Emiliana
Emiliana is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Rival, eager”, pronounced eh-mee-lee-AH-nah. It ranked #789 in the United States in 2025, given to 344 babies, and peaked at #789 in 2025. Common nicknames: Emi, Mila, Ana.
How popular is Emiliana in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Emiliana mean, and where does it come from?
Emiliana is the feminine of Aemilianus, from the Roman family name Aemilius, usually read through aemulus — "rival" or "striving." It is the long form behind Emilia, Emily and Emiliano, and it is used across Italy, Spain and Latin America. American parents have taken it up quickly in the last few years: recorded from 1982, it entered the top thousand in 2022 and reached its highest point in 2025. It arrives with a full set of short forms already installed — Emi, Mila, Ana, Lia — which is part of why long names of this shape keep winning.
How is Emiliana used around the world?
Emiliana is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Emiliana?
Famous People Named Emiliana
- Emiliana Torrini — Icelandic singer and songwriter
- Emiliana de Zubeldía — Spanish-Mexican composer and pianist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Emiliana mean?
Emiliana is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Rival, eager." Emiliana is the feminine of Aemilianus, from the Roman family name Aemilius, usually read through aemulus — "rival" or "striving." It is the long form behind Emilia, Emily and Emiliano, and it is used across Italy, Spain and Latin America.
How do you pronounce Emiliana?
Emiliana is pronounced eh-mee-lee-AH-nah. Common variations include Emiliane, Emeliana, Emilia.
Is Emiliana a girl name?
Yes, Emiliana is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Emi, Mila, Ana, Lia.