Emalee: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehm-ahl-eh-eh
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Rival

Emalee is a variant of the name Emily, which originates from the Latin name Aemilia. The name means "rival" or "emulating, " reflecting the qualities of industriousness and hard work. Emalee is declining in popularity in English-speaking countries. It is a relatively modern name with notable historical significance, but its modern usage has made it a popular choice for parents looking for a variant of the classic name Emily.

Emalee Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Emalee is currently #3977 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Emalee is currently #2204 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Emalee is currently #2141 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Emalee is currently #1175 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Emalee is currently #2121 on Kiindred Australian Names

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Source: Social Security Administration

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