Emilia
Meaning: Rival; industrious; eager to please
Origin: Latin Aemilia — feminine of Aemilius, from the ancient Roman family name possibly meaning rival
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #220
Total births: 1,688
History: Emilia surged in the 2010s as a gorgeous, elaborate name in Australia. The name's four syllables buck the Australian trend toward brevity — sometimes beauty trumps efficiency. Emilia represents parents choosing elegance.
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| Current rank (2025) | #48 |
| Babies named Emilia in 2025 | 132 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,688 |
| Peak year | 2021 (163 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #38 |
| Years in records | 2013–2025 (13 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 6 spots |
Frequently asked about Emilia
What does the name Emilia mean?
Emilia means “Rival; industrious; eager to please” from Latin Aemilia — feminine of Aemilius, from the ancient Roman family name possibly meaning rival roots.
What is the origin of the name Emilia?
Emilia has Latin Aemilia — feminine of Aemilius, from the ancient Roman family name possibly meaning rival origin. The traditional meaning is “Rival; industrious; eager to please”.
How popular is Emilia in Australia?
Emilia ranked #48 in Australia in 2025 — given to 132 babies that year.
When was Emilia most popular?
Emilia peaked in 2021 with 163 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Emilia a boy or girl name?
Emilia is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Emilias in registered births are female.
How long has Emilia been recorded in Australia?
Emilia appears in birth records in Australia across 13 years — from 2013 through 2025.