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    Meaning
    • Emily comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, probably from the Latin aemulus, meaning 'rival' or 'eager to excel'.
    • An English variant that represents beauty and intelligence. It is a modern spelling of a classic name meaning industrious or striving.
    OriginLatinEnglish
    Native script——
    GenderGirlGirl
    Popularity
    US rank #3 (2008)
    Syllables33
    First letterEE
    Rashi——
    Numerology5: curiosity, freedom and adventure8: ambition, strength and determination

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