Emily
Meaning of Emily
Emily is a classic female name with a timeless appeal. Pronounced EM-uh-lee (/ˈɛməli/), this name has been popular in the English-speaking world for centuries. The name Emily has its roots in Roman times, derived from the Latin 'Aemilia', which means 'rival' or 'industrious'. It was later anglicized and popularized by literary figures such as Emily Dickinson, an acclaimed American poet, and Emily Bronte, renowned British author of "Wuthering Heights".
Over the years, the name Emily has maintained a consistent presence in naming trends. A variation of Emily is Emilie. In terms of popularity in the United States, records show that it reached peak popularity during the early 2000s when it held the first position for several years. Since then, it's consistently stayed within top 25 names for girls, demonstrating enduring favor among parents. Its elegant sound coupled with its historical and literary connotations makes Emily an attractive choice for those seeking a traditional yet stylish name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as EM-uh-lee (/ˈɛməli/)
British English
- Pronunced as EM-uh-lee (/ˈɛmili/)
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Notable People Named Emily
| Emily Ratajkowski - Emily O'Hara Ratajkowski is an American model and actress known for her early start in modeling and her appearance in the music video for Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines". |
| Emily Elizabeth Dickinson, a prominent American poet known for her reclusive lifestyle and unconventional behavior, is now considered one of the most important figures in American poetry. |
| Emily Wilding Davison was a dedicated English suffragette who fought for women's right to vote and tragically died after being hit by a horse during a protest at the 1913 Derby. |
| Emily Blunt is a highly acclaimed British actress who has received numerous awards and accolades for her work in the entertainment industry. |
| Emily Brontë - Emily Jane Brontë, known for her classic novel Wuthering Heights, was an English novelist and poet who also published a book of poetry with her sisters under the pen name Ellis Bell. |
| Emily Kame Kngwarreye was a highly successful Aboriginal Australian artist from the Utopia community, known for her significant contributions to Australian art history. |
| Emily Jordan Osment is an American actress, singer, and songwriter known for her roles in Spy Kids and Hannah Montana. |
| Emily Murphy was a pioneering Canadian women's rights activist and author who became the first female magistrate in Canada and the British Empire, known for her significant contributions to Canadian feminism. |
| Emily St. John Mandel is a Canadian novelist known for her popular works such as Station Eleven and The Glass Hotel, with her books being translated into multiple languages and receiving critical acclaim. |
| Emily Bazelon is an American journalist known for her work on law, women, and family issues, as well as her best-selling books "Sticks and Stones" and "Charged." |
| Emily Margaret Watson is an English actress known for her acclaimed stage and film performances, including nominations for an Academy Award and an Olivier Award. |
| Emily Stannard, also known as Mrs. Joseph Stannard, was a prominent British still life painter associated with the Norwich School of painters and is regarded as one of the most accomplished female still life artists of the 19th century. |
| Emily Skinner, also known as Emily Scott Skinner, is a Tony-nominated American actress and singer with leading roles in 10 Broadway productions and performances on concert stages worldwide. |
| Emily Martin is a renowned sinologist, anthropologist, and feminist who currently serves as a professor of socio-cultural anthropology at New York University. |
| Emily Hale was an American speech and drama teacher, known for her long-standing connection to poet T. S. Eliot, with their extensive correspondence becoming public in 2020. |
