| Meaning | rival, eager |
| Origin | Italian, Latin, Spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Em-il-io |
Warmth and charm emanate from this classic name that carries continental sophistication with approachable elegance. Emilio possesses a romantic quality that appeals to parents drawn to names with cultural richness and melodic flow. The name's four syllables create a lyrical rhythm that sounds beautiful in conversation while maintaining masculine strength. Its international recognition facilitates pronunciation across diverse communities while retaining distinctive character that prevents it from feeling commonplace. Children named Emilio often embody the name's charismatic energy, finding it serves them well in social situations throughout life. The name bridges traditional and contemporary successfully, offering timeless appeal that transcends temporary naming trends. Emilio provides excellent nickname potential while standing magnificently in its complete form, giving boys flexibility in how they present themselves. Parents appreciate the name's artistic and cultural associations, which add depth beyond mere sound. Its ending vowel sound creates a friendly, open feeling that complements the name's overall warmth. For families seeking names with substance, history, and enduring appeal, Emilio delivers on all fronts.
| Em |
| Milo |
| Emil |
| Lio |
| Emmy |
| Emilio Estevez | American actor/director |
| Emilio Pucci | Italian fashion designer |
| Emilio Aguinaldo | First President of the Philippines |
| Emilio Rivera | American actor |
| Emilio Butragueño | Spanish footballer |
| Emilio Segrè | Italian-American physicist and Nobel laureate |
| Emilio Izaguirre | Honduran footballer |
| Emilio Bonifacio | Dominican baseball player |
| Emilio De Bono | Italian military officer and politician |
| Emilio Navaira | American singer-songwriter |
| Emilio Gómez | Ecuadorian tennis player |
| Emilio Delgado | Mexican-American actor |
| Emilio Lustau | Spanish winemaker |
| Emilio Gómez Muriel | Mexican film director |
| Emilio Palma | Argentine citizen, the first person born in Antarctica |
| Emilio Salgari | Italian writer |
| Emilio Fernández | Mexican film director and actor |
| Emilio Botín | Spanish banker |
| Emilio Jacinto | Filipino revolutionary and writer |
| Emilio De Marchi | Italian actor |
| Emilio Largo | James Bond series |
| Emilio Barzini | The Godfather |
| Emilio Estevez | The Mighty Ducks |
| Emilio Sandoz | The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell |
| Emilio Rivera | Sons of Anarchy |
| Emilio Audissino | The Power of the Dog by Thomas Savage |
| Emilio Sánchez | Grand Theft Auto series |
| Emilio Koyama | Youth by Paolo Sorrentino |
| Emilio Lekka | Les Enfants du paradis |
| Emilio Vargas | American Crime Story - The Assassination of Gianni Versace |
| Emilio Smith | Brooklyn Nine-Nine |
| Emilio Sanchez | The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister |
| Emilio Ricci | Penny Dreadful - City of Angels |
| Emilio Solano | Jane the Virgin |
| Emilio Castillo | Crimson Tide |
| Emilio Caliente | Firebird by Kathy Tyers |