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Emilia
Rival, of the Aemilius family
Origin
Latin
Used in
itenesde
Origin and meaning of Emilia
Emilia is the feminine of Emilio, from the name of the gens Aemilia, an illustrious Roman family; tradition links it to the Latin aemulus, 'rival, emulator.' It also gave its name to the Italian region of Emilia. Common in Italy, Poland, Scandinavia and Latin America, and rising in the English-speaking world as Emily, it is a classic name with a soft, luminous sound. Elegant and delicate, it pairs ancient roots with an ever-current freshness.
Variants around the world
How Emilia is said in other languages.
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Famous people
- Emilia Pardo Bazán— writer
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