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Emmilia

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Pronounced eh-MEE-lee-uh /ɛˈmiː.li.ə/Medium

Meaning: A doubled-M spelling of Emilia, the feminine of the Roman family name Aemilius, usually glossed 'rival' or 'eager'. Emilia is long established in Italy, Spain and across Europe, and appears in Shakespeare's Othello and The Winter's Tale.Medium

In 30 seconds: A softly Italian classic: Emmilia spells Emilia, 'rival; eager', from Roman Aemilius (said 'eh-MEE-lee-uh').
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Origin MediumLatin, Italian
MeaningA doubled-M spelling of Emilia, the feminine of the Roman family name Aemilius, usually glossed 'rival' or 'eager'. Emilia is long established in Italy, Spain and across Europe, and appears in Shakespeare's Othello and The Winter's Tale.
U.S. rank (2024)#13950 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 142

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220052024

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

Emmilia spells Emilia, the feminine of the ancient Roman Aemilius, usually read as 'rival' or 'eager'. The name flourished in Italy and Spain and entered English drama through Shakespeare. The extra M is a modern American touch, purely visual (said 'eh-MEE-lee-uh').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., far behind Emilia and Amelia. Rare, classical, and flowing.

Did you know? Emilia comes from the Roman family name Aemilius and has been carried through Italy, Spain and the English stage — Shakespeare gave it to two memorable women. Emmilia is the doubled-M spelling, keeping the sound intact (said 'eh-MEE-lee-uh').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Emmilia — Emilia spelling; Roman Aemilius

Variations

EmiliaEmiliyaEmelia

Nicknames

EmEmmyMila

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If you like Emmilia…

Emilia— the standard spelling behind it
Amelia— a like Em-/Am- classic
Camilla— a like Roman-rooted pick
Natalia— a like flowing four-beat choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emmilia mean?

Emmilia spells Emilia, from the Roman family name Aemilius, usually read as 'rival' or 'eager'.

How do you pronounce Emmilia?

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

Is Emmilia a boy or girl name?

Emmilia is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Emmilia?

Emmilia is a rare spelling for girls in the U.S.

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