Emil
Meaning: Sharp with consonants, giving it a percussive quality — the name Emil embodies this quality
Origin: Latin Aemilia, from the Roman family name Aemilius — possibly from aemulus (rival)
Gender: Boy
Rank in United Kingdom: #747
Total births: 1,139
History: Emil has graced parish registers across England and Wales for centuries. It recalls the golden age of British cinema and the films of David Lean. Parents across Britain choose it for its blend of character and charm.
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| Current rank (2024) | #737 |
| Babies named Emil in 2024 | 47 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 1,139 |
| Peak year | 2015 (76 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #506 |
| Years in records | 1996–2024 (29 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 95 spots |
Frequently asked about Emil
What does the name Emil mean?
Emil means “Sharp with consonants, giving it a percussive quality — the name Emil embodies this quality” from Latin Aemilia, from the Roman family name Aemilius — possibly from aemulus (rival) roots.
What is the origin of the name Emil?
Emil has Latin Aemilia, from the Roman family name Aemilius — possibly from aemulus (rival) origin. The traditional meaning is “Sharp with consonants, giving it a percussive quality — the name Emil embodies this quality”.
How popular is Emil in the United Kingdom?
Emil ranked #737 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 47 babies that year.
When was Emil most popular?
Emil peaked in 2015 with 76 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Emil a boy or girl name?
Emil is predominantly a boys' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Emils in registered births are male.
Is the name Emil rising or falling in popularity?
Emil has fallen 95 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #642 in 2019 to #737 in 2024.
How long has Emil been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Emil appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 29 years — from 1996 through 2024.