Emilia
rival, striving, or eager (Latin)
Emilia is a spanish / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 384, with 21,620 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
rival, striving, or eager (Latin)
Emilia entered the Philippines through Spanish colonial rule and Roman Catholicism. It has remained a classic feminine name for generations, often appreciated for its traditional and gentle cadence.
Emilia is a traditional Spanish and Latin name derived from the Roman family name Aemilius, likely originating from the Latin word 'aemulus' meaning rival or striving.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to nicknames like Emy, Emmy, Melia, or Lia in the Philippines. It is used both as a standalone name and in combination with Maria (e.g., Maria Emilia).
Related forms
- Emily English
- Émilie French
- Emilia Italian
- Emília Portuguese
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Emilia with common surname pairs
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How do I use Emilia with two Filipino surnames?
Emilia is the given name. The full name is Emilia + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Emilia a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Emilia is number 384, with 21,620 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.