Emelina
Germanic · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Emelina
The name Emelina means "rival" or "industrious," deriving from the Germanic root *amal* (meaning "work") via the Latin name Aemilia.
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Etymology
The name Emelina means "rival" or "industrious," deriving from the Germanic root *amal* (meaning "work") via the Latin name Aemilia. It is used in English, Spanish, and Italian cultures, often within Christian contexts, and gained historical prominence in medieval Europe through variations like Emmeline.
Emelina currently ranks #2,869 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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