Emeli
Girl name · 90 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Emeli: 90 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 22 births in 2013.
A modern variant of the classic Emily, Emeli shares its roots in the Latin _Aemilia_, the feminine form of the Roman family name Aemilius, thought to derive from _aemulus_ meaning "rival" or "industrious." The name has been brought vividly to life by Scottish singer-songwriter Emeli Sandé, known for hits like "Read All About It" and her commanding performances at the London 2012 Olympics. While no specific places are directly named after her, the name's etymological cousin, Emilia, lends its charm to Italy's Emilia-Romagna region. Emeli offers a fresh, slightly Scandinavian-flavoured alternative to the more traditional Emily, and its rising popularity in Scotland reflects a taste for distinctive yet familiar sounds.
Girl 7 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201322 babies
- Latest (2018)
- #5026 babies
- Total births
- 90since 2012
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 24%vs prior 5y