Emily

Meaning industrious, striving
Origin English, Latin
Gender Girl
Popularity Popular
Length 5
Syllables 3
Syllabification Em-i-ly

About Emily

Emily represents enduring classical beauty in baby naming, having graced countless generations without losing appeal. The name's consistent popularity speaks to its universal charm and adaptability. Emily feels simultaneously timeless and contemporary, never quite dating itself to any particular era. Its literary associations bring intellectual cachet, while its gentle sounds maintain approachability and warmth. The name's familiarity means easy spelling and pronunciation, eliminating frustrations that accompany more unusual choices. Emily pairs effortlessly with virtually any middle name or surname combination imaginable. Despite widespread use, Emily retains individual character, with each bearer making it distinctly her own. The name suits all personalities—whether artistic, athletic, academic, or adventurous—without imposing limiting expectations. Emily transitions smoothly from nursery to boardroom, maintaining professionalism and sweetness in equal measure. Parents choosing Emily often appreciate tradition and proven choices over experimental naming trends. The abundance of famous Emilys across fields provides inspiring role models spanning literature, science, arts, and leadership.

Variations of Name Emily

Emilia
Emilie
Emmeline
Amelie

Nicknames for Emily

Em
Emmy
Ems
Millie
Emme
Emily

Famous People Named Emily

Emily DickinsonAmerican poet
Emily BrontëEnglish novelist
Emily BluntBritish-American actress
Emily RatajkowskiAmerican model and actress
Emily WatsonEnglish actress
Emily MortimerEnglish-American actress
Emily DeschanelAmerican actress
Emily ProcterAmerican actress
Emily OsmentAmerican actress and singer
Emily BrowningAustralian actress
Emily VanCampCanadian actress
Emily Bett RickardsCanadian actress
Emily HampshireCanadian actress
Emily KinneyAmerican actress and singer
Emily BerglAmerican actress
Emily Alyn LindAmerican actress
Emily MeadeAmerican actress
Emily SaliersAmerican musician
Emily WarrenAmerican singer-songwriter

Characters Named Emily

Emily GilmoreGilmore Girls
Emily PrentissCriminal Minds
Emily CharltonThe Devil Wears Prada
Emily ElizabethClifford the Big Red Dog
Emily QuartermaineGeneral Hospital
Emily StrangeComic book character
Emily KaldwinDishonored video game series
Emily Byrd StarrEmily of New Moon
Emily ColemanBones
Emily FieldsThe Lying Game
Emily LightmanLie to Me
Emily ThorneOnce Upon a Time
Emily PollifaxThe Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax
Emily HayesSky High
Emily ThomasThe Night Manager
Emily FitchSkins
Emily LockePowerless