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Emilia
GirlLatin origin · /eh-MEE-lee-uh/ · classic
Meaning: Rival, striving, or eager.
Popularity 82/1004 syllables↑ Rising
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Today, Emilia is a popular, familiar name (popularity 82/100).
It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.
Emilia is derived from the Latin name Aemilia, which is the feminine form of the Roman family name Aemilius. The root 'aemulus' means 'rival' or 'striving,' suggesting ambition and competitiveness. The name has been used across Europe in various forms and gained popularity through literary works, such as Shakespeare's 'Othello,' where Emilia is a key character.
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