| Meaning | rival, eager |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Em-il |
Emil, a charming and timeless baby boy name of Germanic origin, has been cherished for generations. Its meaning, "industrious" or "striving," perfectly captures the spirit of determination and hard work. Parents often choose Emil for their sons as it signifies a willingness to overcome challenges and pursue dreams with vigor.
With variations like Emile and Emilio adding cultural flair, Emil is beloved internationally. The name's simple elegance and strong yet gentle sound make it a versatile choice for families of diverse backgrounds.
Famous Emils in history, sports, and the arts have left indelible marks, inspiring parents to pass on this enduring name. Fictional characters like Emil Svensson and Emil Blonsky have further popularized the name in literature and pop culture.
Choosing Emil for your baby boy is an homage to ambition, resilience, and kindness. It's a name that embodies the potential for greatness while embracing compassion—a combination that sets the stage for a remarkable individual destined to leave his mark on the world.
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| Emmy |
| Emil Zátopek | Czech long-distance runner and Olympic gold medalist |
| Emil Nolde | German expressionist painter |
| Emil Jannings | German actor and Academy Award winner |
| Emil Forsberg | Swedish professional footballer |
| Emil Hegle Svendsen | Norwegian biathlete and Olympic gold medalist |
| Emiliano Sala | Argentine professional footballer |
| Emil Gilels | Soviet classical pianist |
| Emiliano Insúa | Argentine professional footballer |
| Emil Boc | Romanian politician and former Prime Minister |
| Emil Bulls | German alternative metal band |
| Emil Sutovsky | Israeli chess grandmaster |
| Emil Hartikainen | Finnish ice hockey player |
| Emil Andreev | Bulgarian writer |
| Emil Dantchev | Bulgarian painter |
| Emil Waldteufel | French composer of dance music |
| Emil Petrovics | Hungarian sculptor |
| Emil Audero | Italian professional footballer |
| Emil von Behring | German physiologist and Nobel laureate |
| Emil Hácha | Czech lawyer and statesman |
| Emil Svensson | Protagonist of the Swedish book series "Emil of Lönneberga" by Astrid Lindgren |
| Emil Blonsky | A character in the Marvel Comics universe, also known as The Abomination |
| Emil O' Hara | A character in the video game "Detroit - Become Human" |
| Emil Antonowsky | A character in the movie "RoboCop" |
| Emil Hamilton | A character in the DC Comics universe |
| Emil Narud | A character in the video game series "StarCraft" |
| Emil Gustav | A character in the anime "Nier - Automata" |
| Emil Macko | A character in the horror game series "Five Nights at Freddy's" |
| Emil Ancario | A character in the game "NieR Replicant" |
| Emil Castagnier | A character in the video game "Tales of Symphonia - Dawn of the New World" |
| Emil Jinstrand | A character in the book "The Circle" by Sara Bergmark Elfgren and Mats Strandberg |
| Emil Hammond | A character in the movie "Deep Blue Sea" |
| Emil Pangborn | A character in the book series "The Mortal Instruments" by Cassandra Clare |
| Emil Kolar | A character in the video game "Deus Ex" |
| Emil Newman | A character in the TV series "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" |
| Emil Belić | A character in the TV series "Banshee" |
| Emil Chavez | A character in the game "Silent Hill - Origins" |
| Emil LaSalle | A character in the game "Control" |
| Emil Stanislaus | A character in the anime "Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun" |
| Emil Sverdlov | A character in the game "War Thunder" |