Emil: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehm-eel
Origin: Italy
gender-male

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Rival

Emil is a captivating boy's name of Latin origin meaning "rival. " Derived from the illustrious Roman family name Aemilius, belonging to the prestigious gens Aemilia, Emil exudes an aura of distinction and timeless prestige. Although it was briefly popular in the 19th century in the US, it has largely been overlooked in recent times. However, its variants like Emiliano and Emilio have seen a resurgence in popularity. Emil enjoys widespread usage across multiple languages, including Scandinavian, and Slavic. The name remains a cherished and popular choice, symbolizing competition and excellence.

Emil Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Emil is currently #2616 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Emil is currently #1189 on Kiindred Boy Names
chat-overall Australian: Emil is currently #1426 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Baby Names A-Z

Wikipedia, NSW Births Deaths and Marriages, QLD Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, WA Registry of Births, SA Registry of Births, VIC Registry of Births, Social Security Administration

arrow-icon Emil
arrow-icon