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Emilya

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Pronounced eh-MEE-lee-ah /ɛˈmi.li.ə/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Emilia — from the Roman family name Aemilia, 'rival; eager; industrious'Low

In 30 seconds: Rival; eager; industrious: Emilya spells Emilia. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'eh-MEE-lee-ah').

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Origin LowLatin

MeaningA spelling of Emilia — from the Roman family name Aemilia, 'rival; eager; industrious'

U.S. rank (2025)#10345 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 220

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Emilya is a spelling of Emilia — from the Roman family name Aemilia, 'rival; eager; industrious'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'eh-MEE-lee-ah'; nickname Emmy).

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Emilia. Rare in this form, eager-and-industrious at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Emilia comes from the Roman family name Aemilia, 'rival; eager; industrious' — Emilya is a spelling, lyrical and classic (said 'eh-MEE-lee-ah').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Emilia — Latin etymology

Variations

EmiliaEmiliyaAmelia

Nicknames

Emmy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emilya mean?

Emilya spells Emilia — Latin 'rival; eager; industrious'.

How do you pronounce Emilya?

It's said eh-MEE-lee-ah /ɛˈmi.li.ə/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Emilya a boy or girl name?

Emilya is a girl's name.

How popular is Emilya?

Emilya is a rare spelling in the U.S.