Latin from Aemilius meaning 'rival.' Modern feminine experiencing sustained top-tier global popularity.
Nicknames
em · emmy · millie
Vibe
timeless
How it ages.
Emily rose sharply 1990s-2010s and remained top-5 globally through 2020s; still very strong.
The cultural moment.
English-speaking countries holding top-tier; Germany showing similar sustained momentum. Currently ranks #25 in the US, #26 in the Netherlands and #28 in the UK.