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.
Long a top-tier name in English-speaking countries; Germany showing similar sustained momentum. Also spelled Emilee. Currently ranks #6 in Ireland, #20 in Germany, #26 in the Netherlands, #34 in Switzerland, #34 in the US, #36 in the UK and #43 in Austria.