Emilee: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

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

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Rival

Emilee is a variant of the name Emily, which originates from the Latin name "Aemilia" and the Roman family name "Aemilius. " The name means "rival" and "industrious, " reflecting qualities of ambition and hard work. Over time, the popularity of Emilee has fluctuated, but it remains a timeless choice with deep meanings and connotations. The name's versatility and unique spelling make it appealing to parents seeking a traditional name with a modern twist.

Emilee Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Emilee is currently #867 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Emilee is currently #455 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Emilee is currently #448 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Emilee is currently #250 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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