Emely
Meaning: Rival, eager, industrious
Origin: English/Latin (via Scandinavian)
History: A modern spelling variant of Emily used in Norway.
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| Current rank (2025) | #467 |
| Babies named Emely in 2025 | 5 |
| Total recorded in Norway | 244 |
| Peak year | 2011 (19 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #277 |
| Years in records | 1992–2025 (31 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 111 spots |
Frequently asked about Emely
What does the name Emely mean?
Emely means “Rival, eager, industrious” from English/Latin (via Scandinavian) roots.
What is the origin of the name Emely?
Emely has English/Latin (via Scandinavian) origin. The traditional meaning is “Rival, eager, industrious”.
How popular is Emely in Norway?
Emely ranked #467 in Norway in 2025 — given to 5 babies that year.
When was Emely most popular?
Emely peaked in 2011 with 19 babies registered that year in Norway.
Is Emely a boy or girl name?
Emely is predominantly a girls' name in Norway — over 90% of Emelys in registered births are female.
Is the name Emely rising or falling in popularity?
Emely has fallen 111 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Norway — from #356 in 2020 to #467 in 2025.
How long has Emely been recorded in Norway?
Emely appears in birth records in Norway across 31 years — from 1992 through 2025.