Meaning & History
Emilee is a variant of the name Emily, ultimately derived from the Roman family name Aemilius. It is a feminine given name used primarily in English-speaking countries.
The name Emily itself became popular in the English-speaking world after the German House of Hanover came to the British throne in the 18th century, with Princess Amelia Sophia (1711–1786) commonly called Emily in English. Emily has been a top name for girls, ranking first in the United States from 1996 to 2007, and remains widely used in other English-speaking nations like Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Notable bearers of the root name include British author Emily Brontë (1818–1848), known for Wuthering Heights, and American poet Emily Dickinson (1830–1886).
Variants and Related Names
Emilee is one of several spelling variants of Emily, alongside Emely and Emalee. Other related names include Emilia (from Swedish and other languages), Amilia, and the masculine form Emil. Diminutives of Emily include Em, Emmie, Emmy, Millie, and Milly.
- Meaning: Rival, from Roman family name Aemilius
- Origin: Latin, via English
- Type: First name (feminine)
- Usage regions: Primarily English-speaking countries
- Variant of: Emily
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Emily