gender neutral
Emilia
rival, eager
About Emilia
There's something undeniably refined about this name, a timeless quality that has graced countless generations while never feeling outdated. It belongs to the category of names that literary heroines and real-world leaders have worn with equal grace. The four syllables provide a substantial feel, giving the name gravity and presence, while the vowel-heavy composition keeps it soft and feminine. It works beautifully across numerous languages and cultures, rarely requiring explanation or spelling clarification. This accessibility combined with its elegant sound makes it a practical choice for families who value both beauty and functionality. The name has experienced steady popularity without ever becoming oversaturated, meaning it feels familiar without being common. For parents seeking a name with established history and proven staying power, few options rival its combination of sophistication and warmth.
Popularity of the Name Emilia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #598 | ||||
| 1881 | #703 | ||||
| 1882 | #701 | ||||
| 1883 | #487 | ||||
| 1884 | #594 | ||||
| 1885 | #584 | ||||
| 1886 | #581 | ||||
| 1887 | #748 | ||||
| 1888 | #527 | ||||
| 1889 | #606 | ||||
| 1890 | #606 | ||||
| 1891 | #615 | ||||
| 1892 | #648 | ||||
| 1893 | #633 | ||||
| 1894 | #536 | ||||
| 1895 | #629 | ||||
| 1896 | #643 | ||||
| 1897 | #572 | ||||
| 1898 | #669 | ||||
| 1899 | #554 | ||||
| 1900 | #559 | ||||
| 1901 | #649 | ||||
| 1902 | #627 | ||||
| 1903 | #496 | ||||
| 1904 | #604 | ||||
| 1905 | #610 | ||||
| 1906 | #572 | ||||
| 1907 | #509 | ||||
| 1908 | #569 | ||||
| 1909 | #548 | ||||
| 1910 | #666 | ||||
| 1911 | #667 | ||||
| 1912 | #722 | ||||
| 1913 | #519 | ||||
| 1914 | #609 | ||||
| 1915 | #601 | ||||
| 1916 | #638 | ||||
| 1917 | #625 | ||||
| 1918 | #653 | ||||
| 1919 | #660 | ||||
| 1920 | #699 | ||||
| 1921 | #669 | ||||
| 1922 | #667 | ||||
| 1923 | #651 | ||||
| 1924 | #628 | ||||
| 1925 | #641 | ||||
| 1926 | #662 | ||||
| 1927 | #652 | ||||
| 1928 | #664 | ||||
| 1929 | #680 | ||||
| 1930 | #636 | ||||
| 1931 | #728 | ||||
| 1932 | #725 | ||||
| 1933 | #738 | ||||
| 1934 | #682 | ||||
| 1935 | #861 | ||||
| 1936 | #914 | ||||
| 1937 | #804 | ||||
| 1938 | #842 | ||||
| 1939 | #850 | ||||
| 1940 | #881 | ||||
| 1941 | #847 | ||||
| 1942 | #930 | ||||
| 1947 | #925 | ||||
| 1948 | #993 | ||||
| 1982 | #959 | ||||
| 1988 | #987 | ||||
| 1990 | #981 | ||||
| 1991 | #959 | #860 | |||
| 1992 | #932 | #729 | |||
| 1993 | #978 | #687 | |||
| 1994 | #904 | #510 | |||
| 1995 | #886 | #644 | |||
| 1996 | #881 | #621 | |||
| 1997 | #861 | #254 | #547 | ||
| 1998 | #856 | #245 | #504 | ||
| 1999 | #758 | #210 | #319 | #480 | |
| 2000 | #626 | #162 | #503 | ||
| 2001 | #616 | #188 | #409 | #564 | |
| 2002 | #544 | #176 | #421 | #377 | |
| 2003 | #514 | #193 | #588 | #377 | |
| 2004 | #469 | #166 | #430 | #389 | |
| 2005 | #434 | #171 | #357 | #258 | |
| 2006 | #420 | #160 | #375 | #182 | #331 |
| 2007 | #420 | #128 | #189 | #302 | |
| 2008 | #401 | #98 | #374 | #128 | #368 |
| 2009 | #399 | #91 | #424 | #98 | #310 |
| 2010 | #348 | #79 | #239 | #92 | #227 |
| 2011 | #325 | #62 | #91 | #289 | |
| 2012 | #268 | #62 | #271 | #74 | #212 |
| 2013 | #205 | #65 | #241 | #72 | #170 |
| 2014 | #164 | #60 | #146 | #58 | #152 |
| 2015 | #145 | #49 | #91 | #64 | #105 |
| 2016 | #103 | #42 | #96 | #60 | #73 |
| 2017 | #77 | #37 | #82 | #63 | #69 |
| 2018 | #58 | #35 | #70 | #63 | #57 |
| 2019 | #44 | #33 | #58 | #70 | #45 |
| 2020 | #41 | #31 | #62 | #49 | #47 |
| 2021 | #40 | #33 | #55 | #74 | #53 |
| 2022 | #44 | #41 | #55 | #69 | #47 |
| 2023 | #42 | #45 | #59 | #80 | #44 |
| 2024 | #43 | #47 | #83 | #82 | #41 |
| 2025 | #45 | #52 | #83 | #66 | #39 |
| 1979 | #554 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Emilia
Names Similar to Emilia
Nicknames for Emilia
- Em
- Emmy
- Mili
- Lia
Famous People Named Emilia
| Emilia Clarke | British actress known for her role as Daenerys Targaryen in "Game of Thrones" |
| Emilia Fox | British actress known for her roles in "Silent Witness" and "Merlin" |
| Emilia Pardo Bazán | Spanish author and feminist activist |
| Emilia Eberle | Romanian gymnast and Olympic gold medalist |
| Emilia Fahlin | Swedish professional road cyclist |
| Emilia-Romagna Tattile | Italian sculptor known for her intricate tactile art |
| Emilia Appelqvist | Swedish ice hockey player |
| Emilia Rydberg | Swedish singer and television personality |
| Emilia Sottano | Argentine actress known for her roles in telenovelas |
| Emilia Tsoulfa | Greek javelin thrower and Olympic bronze medalist |
| Emilia Broomé | Swedish human rights activist and politician |
| Emilia Monjowa Lifaka | Cameroonian politician and lawyer |
| Emilia Grzesiek | Polish video game streamer and content creator - known as Emiru |
| Emilia Kabakov | Russian-American artist known for her conceptual art installations |
| Emilia Attias | Argentine actress and model |
| Emilia Lindberg | Swedish weightlifter and European Champion |
| Emilia Jardine-Paterson | British interior designer and close friend of the Duchess of Cambridge |
| Emilia Pikkarainen | Finnish swimmer and Olympian |
Characters Named Emilia
| Emilia Ricci | Character in the TV show "Scream - The TV Series" |
| Emilia Greenleaf | Character in the TV show "The Affair" |
| Emilia Urquiza | Character in the Netflix series "Ingobernable" |
| Emilia Conan Doyle | Character in the TV series "Murdoch Mysteries" |
| Emilia Bryant | Character in the movie "A Cinderella Story - If the Shoe Fits" |
| Emilia Houghton | Character in the TV series "Digimon Adventure tri" |
| Emilia Barrett | Character in the movie "The Good Liar" |
| Emilia Duran | Character in the TV series "Queen of the South" |
| Emilia "Em" Vicente | Character in the movie "Gone" |
| Emilia Fuentes | Character in the TV series "Power" |
| Emilia Green | Character in the movie "Tom and Jerry - The Magic Ring" |
| Emilia Clark | Character in the TV series "The Good Fight" |
| Emilia Ricoletti | Character in the TV show "Sherlock" |
| Emilia Rothschild | Character in the anime "Kuroshitsuji - Book of Circus" |
| Emilia Coyne | Character in the TV series "Little Fires Everywhere" |