Emilda
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025Popularity over time
Popularity indexHistorical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data
About the name Emilda
The name 'Emilda' is likely a variant of 'Emilia' or 'Amelia', derived from the Latin *Aemilia*, meaning "rival" or "industrious," with roots in the Roman family name *Aemilius*.
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Etymology
The name 'Emilda' is likely a variant of 'Emilia' or 'Amelia', derived from the Latin *Aemilia*, meaning "rival" or "industrious," with roots in the Roman family name *Aemilius*. It is used primarily in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian cultures, often within Christian communities, though it lacks notable historical figures or widespread historical context.
Emilda currently ranks #10,070 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1947.
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