Emilio
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Rival, eager, or industrious
Origin: Italian/Spanish/Latin
Popularity: Ranked #154 in 2025 with 2,397 babies born.
History: Emilio is the Italian and Spanish form of the Roman family name Aemilius, believed to derive from the Latin 'aemulus,' meaning rival or striving to excel. It has roots in ancient Rome and spread throughout Catholic Europe. Emilio is widely used in Italy, Spain, and Latin America, and is recognized internationally through actors and musicians bearing the name.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Emilio? About 1 in 1,389 babies born in 2025 were named Emilio, or roughly 6.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Emilio
What does the name Emilio mean?
Emilio means “Rival, eager, or industrious” from Italian/Spanish/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Emilio?
Emilio has Italian/Spanish/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Rival, eager, or industrious”.
How popular is Emilio?
Emilio ranked #154 in 2025 — given to 2,397 babies that year.
When was Emilio most popular?
Emilio peaked in 2025 with 2,397 babies registered that year.
Is Emilio a boy or girl name?
Emilio is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Emilios in registered births are male.
Is the name Emilio rising or falling in popularity?
Emilio has risen 75 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #229 in 2020 to #154 in 2025.
How long has Emilio been recorded?
Emilio appears in birth records across 134 years — from 1882 through 2025.