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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
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2013 · 22
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).