Emilio
eh-MEEL-yo
✦ Meaning
“Spanish/Italian form of Aemilius, Latin name from 'aemulus' (rival, ambitious), suggesting competitive spirit and heritage.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #152 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
3
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Famous Bearers
- Emilio Estevez (actor)
- Emilio Estévez (The Breakfast Club)
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Cross-Cultural Notes
Spanish-Italian origin, works across Romance-speaking and Western cultures
People Also Ask
Spanish/Italian form of Aemilius, Latin name from 'aemulus' (rival, ambitious), suggesting competitive spirit and heritage.
Emilio is currently ranked #152 in the United States. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Popular nicknames for Emilio include Emil, Emi, Lilo.
Names that pair beautifully with Emilio include Alejandro.