Emilio
Italian · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Emilio
Emilio derives from the Latin name Aemilius, which is based on the Roman family name Aemilius, likely connected to the Latin word "aemulus" meaning rival or emulator.
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Etymology
Emilio derives from the Latin name Aemilius, which is based on the Roman family name Aemilius, likely connected to the Latin word "aemulus" meaning rival or emulator. The name is predominantly used in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking cultures, with historical significance including Roman nobility and later Christian adoption throughout Southern Europe and Latin America.
Emilio currently ranks #154 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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