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Emmily
Pronounced EM-ih-lee /ˈɛm.ɪ.li/High
Meaning: A spelling of Emily — from the Roman Aemilia, variously 'a rival; eager; industrious' (from aemulus, 'rival, emulating')Low
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History & Origin
Emmily is a spelling of Emily — from the Roman family name Aemilia, variously 'a rival; eager; industrious' (from aemulus, 'rival, emulating'; routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, classic name; the -mm- styling personalizes it (nicknames Em, Emmie).
It registers thinly beside Emily. Rare in this spelling, eager-and-industrious at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Emmily mean?
Emmily spells Emily — Latin 'a rival; eager; industrious'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Emmily?
It's said EM-ih-lee /ˈɛm.ɪ.li/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Emmily a boy or girl name?
Emmily is a girl's name.
How popular is Emmily?
Emmily is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Emily is more common.