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Emil

Emil is a boy name of Latin origin, meaning From the Roman name Aemilius.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginLatin
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#1,093

What does Emil mean?

From the Roman name Aemilius

How popular is Emil?

Popularity in the United States

Emil has been given to 32,385 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 10,927 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Emil per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Emil has been given to 863 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Emil per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,405 people called Emil living in Spain, with an average age of 42.6.

32,385 Babies named since 1880
1920s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Emil

What does the name Emil mean?

Emil means From the Roman name Aemilius. It is of Latin origin.

Is Emil a boy's or a girl's name?

Emil is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Emil?

Emil has been given to 32,385 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.