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Emalee

EH-mə-lee

Emalee is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A variation of Emily, derived from the Roman family name Aemilius. Its meaning is derived from the Latin word "aemulus," meaning "rival" or "laborious."”. It currently ranks #6696 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2005.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Emalee Means

A variation of Emily, derived from the Roman family name Aemilius. Its meaning is derived from the Latin word "aemulus," meaning "rival" or "laborious."

The Story of Emalee

Long ago, a Roman family embraced a name meaning 'rival', and a whisper of that ambition has traveled through centuries to reach you.

Emalee is a modern variation tracing its roots to the Roman family name Aemilius, derived from the Latin word 'aemulus,' meaning 'rival' or 'laborious.' This name journeyed from ancient Rome through various European cultures, eventually evolving into the familiar Emily and then branching into softer, contemporary spellings like Emalee in the late 20th century.

When you first speak 'Emalee' aloud, it sounds like a gentle, determined breath. This name carries a quiet promise of dedication, a quality you hope to see flourish in your child. You can imagine yourself writing 'Emalee' on her first report card, a testament to her earnest effort, or hearing it called across a classroom, a clear signal of her presence.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#236 in 2005

Total Births

3,800

First Recorded

1918

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