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Emilliano

♂ Boy

Pronounced eh-mee-lee-AH-noh /ɛˌmi.liˈɑ.noʊ/Medium

Meaning: Double-l spelling of Emiliano — from Latin Aemilianus, 'of the Aemilius family; rival, eager' (or Germanic 'industrious')Medium

In 30 seconds: Spirited and grand: Emilliano spells Emiliano — 'rival, eager; industrious'. Melodic, classic, and warm (Emiliano Zapata).
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Origin MediumLatin, Italian
MeaningDouble-l spelling of Emiliano — from Latin Aemilianus, 'of the Aemilius family; rival, eager' (or Germanic 'industrious')
U.S. rank (2024)#4733 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 241

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319982024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Emilliano is a double-l spelling of Emiliano — from Latin Aemilianus, 'of the Aemilius family; rival, eager' (overlapping Germanic 'industrious'). A melodic, classic Latino name (Emiliano Zapata); the -ll- styling personalizes it.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, rival-or-industrious at the root, and grand.

Did you know? Emiliano comes from Latin Aemilianus ('rival, eager') — borne by revolutionary Emiliano Zapata; Emilliano adds a double l to the melodic Latino classic.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name — Emiliano — root etymology

Variations

EmilianoEmiliannoEmilio

Nicknames

EmiMilo

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If you like Emilliano…

Emiliano— the standard spelling
Emilio— a fellow Emil- name
Luciano— a companion -ano name
Eliano— a similarly popular pick
Cristiano— shares the -no ending

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emilliano mean?

Emilliano spells Emiliano — Latin 'rival, eager' (or 'industrious').

How do you pronounce Emilliano?

It's said eh-mee-lee-AH-noh /ɛˌmi.liˈɑ.noʊ/ — five syllables, stress on the fourth.

Is Emilliano a boy or girl name?

Emilliano is a boy's name.

How popular is Emilliano?

Emilliano is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Emiliano is more common.

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