Girl
Emilie
industrious, striving
About Emilie
Emilie represents a sophisticated variation that adds continental flair to a beloved classic. The '-ie' ending lends a distinctive French elegance, elevating the name with a touch of European refinement. This spelling choice demonstrates thoughtfulness in naming—it shows attention to detail and an appreciation for subtle beauty. Emilie carries centuries of literary and historical associations, connecting your daughter to a rich cultural heritage. The name has remained consistently appealing across generations, proving its enduring quality and versatility. Parents who choose Emilie often value tradition but aren't afraid to add their own unique twist. It's a name that sounds equally at home in artistic circles, academic settings, or professional environments. Emilie suggests someone cultured, intelligent, and graceful, with an appreciation for beauty and refinement.
Popularity of the Name Emilie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #228 | ||||
| 1881 | #263 | ||||
| 1882 | #260 | ||||
| 1883 | #238 | ||||
| 1884 | #269 | ||||
| 1885 | #256 | ||||
| 1886 | #266 | ||||
| 1887 | #255 | ||||
| 1888 | #291 | ||||
| 1889 | #310 | ||||
| 1890 | #304 | ||||
| 1891 | #265 | ||||
| 1892 | #279 | ||||
| 1893 | #294 | ||||
| 1894 | #307 | ||||
| 1895 | #337 | ||||
| 1896 | #338 | ||||
| 1897 | #335 | ||||
| 1898 | #378 | ||||
| 1899 | #384 | ||||
| 1900 | #437 | ||||
| 1901 | #443 | ||||
| 1902 | #392 | ||||
| 1903 | #416 | ||||
| 1904 | #549 | ||||
| 1905 | #477 | ||||
| 1906 | #478 | ||||
| 1907 | #440 | ||||
| 1908 | #490 | ||||
| 1909 | #554 | ||||
| 1910 | #578 | ||||
| 1911 | #569 | ||||
| 1912 | #512 | ||||
| 1913 | #512 | ||||
| 1914 | #528 | ||||
| 1915 | #486 | ||||
| 1916 | #536 | ||||
| 1917 | #547 | ||||
| 1918 | #530 | ||||
| 1919 | #528 | ||||
| 1920 | #497 | ||||
| 1921 | #595 | ||||
| 1922 | #548 | ||||
| 1923 | #581 | ||||
| 1924 | #579 | ||||
| 1925 | #688 | ||||
| 1926 | #655 | ||||
| 1927 | #713 | ||||
| 1928 | #780 | ||||
| 1929 | #774 | ||||
| 1930 | #884 | ||||
| 1931 | #839 | ||||
| 1933 | #940 | ||||
| 1934 | #812 | ||||
| 1935 | #628 | ||||
| 1936 | #539 | ||||
| 1937 | #491 | ||||
| 1938 | #537 | ||||
| 1939 | #506 | ||||
| 1940 | #539 | ||||
| 1941 | #567 | ||||
| 1942 | #691 | ||||
| 1943 | #715 | ||||
| 1944 | #780 | ||||
| 1945 | #811 | ||||
| 1946 | #812 | ||||
| 1947 | #893 | ||||
| 1948 | #976 | ||||
| 1949 | #984 | ||||
| 1950 | #988 | ||||
| 1975 | #713 | ||||
| 1976 | #982 | ||||
| 1977 | #945 | ||||
| 1978 | #821 | ||||
| 1979 | #777 | ||||
| 1980 | #750 | ||||
| 1981 | #661 | ||||
| 1982 | #658 | #554 | |||
| 1983 | #739 | #451 | |||
| 1984 | #676 | #477 | |||
| 1985 | #648 | #546 | |||
| 1986 | #744 | #553 | |||
| 1987 | #671 | ||||
| 1988 | #643 | ||||
| 1989 | #663 | ||||
| 1990 | #614 | #550 | |||
| 1991 | #623 | #404 | #30 | ||
| 1992 | #590 | #38 | |||
| 1993 | #528 | #540 | #35 | ||
| 1994 | #512 | #422 | #34 | ||
| 1995 | #506 | #392 | #45 | ||
| 1996 | #475 | #442 | #39 | ||
| 1997 | #478 | #306 | #526 | #42 | |
| 1998 | #519 | #393 | #50 | ||
| 1999 | #473 | #358 | #411 | #41 | |
| 2000 | #484 | #385 | #49 | ||
| 2001 | #444 | #419 | #657 | #43 | |
| 2002 | #458 | #310 | #286 | #544 | #47 |
| 2003 | #454 | #336 | #716 | #45 | |
| 2004 | #458 | #251 | #363 | #291 | #59 |
| 2005 | #491 | #292 | #339 | #358 | #68 |
| 2006 | #491 | #336 | #329 | #380 | #60 |
| 2007 | #588 | #337 | #343 | #357 | #62 |
| 2008 | #685 | #330 | #350 | #71 | |
| 2009 | #718 | #336 | #446 | #80 | |
| 2010 | #734 | #276 | #238 | #88 | |
| 2011 | #713 | #329 | #566 | #89 | |
| 2012 | #732 | #276 | #400 | #99 | |
| 2013 | #562 | #213 | #363 | #291 | #108 |
| 2014 | #733 | #228 | #354 | #380 | #124 |
| 2015 | #867 | #216 | #349 | #136 | |
| 2016 | #890 | #239 | #322 | #140 | |
| 2017 | #258 | #379 | #329 | #182 | |
| 2018 | #296 | #301 | #204 | ||
| 2019 | #320 | #510 | #232 | ||
| 2020 | #345 | #268 | #316 | ||
| 2021 | #391 | #444 | #333 | ||
| 2022 | #400 | #275 | #309 | ||
| 2023 | #453 | #558 | #353 | ||
| 2024 | #579 | #345 | #423 | ||
| 2025 | #509 | #621 | #389 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Emilie
Names Similar to Emilie
Nicknames for Emilie
- Em
- Emmy
- Emmie
- Milly
- Mili
Famous People Named Emilie
| Emilie de Ravin | Australian actress |
| Emilie Autumn | American singer-songwriter |
| Emilie Benes Brzezinski | American sculptor |
| Emilie LePennec | French gymnast, Olympic gold medalist |
| Emilie Loit | French tennis player |
| Emilie Nereng | Norwegian fashion blogger |
| Emilie-Claire Barlow | Canadian jazz singer |
| Emilie Ullerup | Danish-Canadian actress |
| Emilie Turunen | Danish politician |
| Emilie Gomis | French basketball player |
| Emilie Simon | French singer-songwriter |
| Emilie Livingston | Canadian acrobat and dancer |
| Emilie Loring | American romance novelist |
| Emilie Parker | Victim of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting |
| Emilie Hegh Arntzen | Norwegian handball player |
| Emilie Schindler | Swedish actress |
| Emilie Dequenne | Belgian actress |
| Emilie Orton | American journalist and radio personality |
Characters Named Emilie
| Emilie Hamilton | Character in the novel "Emilie's Voice" by Susan Fish |
| Emilie de Fontaine | Marvel Comics character |
| Emilie Warnock | Character in the film "The Host" by Andrew Niccol |
| Emilie Kruse | Character in the TV series "Forbrydelsen" |
| Emilie Duchamp | Character in the TV series "Haven" |
| Emilie Richards | Character in the TV series "Heroes" |
| Emilie Ravenscroft | Character in the TV series "The Killing" |
| Emilie Dequenne | Character in the film "Our Children" by Joachim Lafosse |
| Emilie Hagen | Character in the TV series "The Bridge" |
| Emilie Cooper | Character in the novel "Now Is Everything" by Amy Giles |
| Emilie Spencer | Character in the film "Hideaway" by Brett Leonard |
| Emilie Rønneberg | Character in the TV series "Acquitted" |
| Emilie Zoé | Character in the film "Sailor Moon R - The Movie" |
| Emilie Grumet | Character in the TV series "3 x rien" |
| Emilie Simonsen | Character in the film "Truth About Men" by Nikolaj Arcel |
| Emilie Leroux | Character in the film "Time of the Wolf" by Michael Haneke |
| Emilie Bernard | Character in the TV series "Le Gentleman" |
| Emilie Karlsen | Character in the TV series "Eyewitness" |
| Emilie Pritchet | Character in the film "The Gospel of Us" by Dave McKean |
| Emilie Smith | Character in the TV series "The Missing" |