Emelia

Meaning of Emelia

Emelia means "rival" or "striving." It can also be associated with industriousness and activity.

Emelia has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Emelia

Emelia has cooled off, slipping to #601 in 2025, down from a peak of #444 in 2019.

Notable people named Emelia

• Emelia Hartford
  Automotive YouTuber and actress
• Emelia Burns
  Australian actress and singer
• Emelia Brosted
  Swedish actress
• Emelia Benjamin
  American television journalist
• Emelia Gorecka
  British middle-distance runner

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Questions about the name Emelia

What does the name Emelia mean?

Emelia means emelia means "rival" or "striving." it can also be associated with industriousness and activity, and it comes from German origins.

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

Emelia is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Emelia?

In 2025, Emelia ranked #601 for girls, down from #573 the year before.

When was Emelia most popular?

Emelia peaked at #444 in 2019.