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Emilly

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Emilly Pronunciation

Emilly is pronounced EM-ih-lee /ˈɛm.ɪ.li/High

Meaning: Double-l spelling of Emily — from Latin Aemilia, 'rival, emulating, eager' — common in BrazilMedium

In 30 seconds: Emily with a double-l heartbeat: Emilly keeps the classic 'striving' meaning in a spelling Brazil especially loves. Familiar music, fresh look.

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Origin MediumLatin, American

MeaningDouble-l spelling of Emily — from Latin Aemilia, 'rival, emulating, eager' — common in Brazil

U.S. rank (2024)#3832 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births39 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2003

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,403

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Emilly is a double-l spelling of Emily — from the Roman clan name Aemilia, 'rival, emulating, eager'. Especially common in Brazil, the spelling travels with Portuguese-speaking families and individual stylists alike.

It registers thinly beside Emily. Rare, striving at the root, and Brazilian-warm.

Did you know? Emilly is a standard spelling in Brazil — a reality-TV winner made it famous there — showing how a single extra letter can give a global classic a local accent.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Emily — root etymology

Variations

EmilyEmiliEmilie

Nicknames

EmMilly

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If you like Emilly…

Emily— the standard spelling of the same name

Emilia— the flowing -ia sister

Amelia— the beloved cousin classic

Nathaly— shares Emilly's Latin roots

Janelly— a fellow American choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Emilly?

Emilly is pronounced EM-ih-lee (/ˈɛm.ɪ.li/). Press play above to hear Emilly said aloud.

How do you say Emilly?

Emilly is said EM-ih-lee (/ˈɛm.ɪ.li/). Press play above to hear Emilly said aloud.

What does the name Emilly mean?

Emilly is a double-l spelling of Emily, from Latin Aemilia, 'rival, eager'.

Is Emilly a boy or girl name?

Emilly is a girl's name.

How popular is Emilly?

Emilly is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Emily is far more common.