Emilio
Emilio is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Italian and Spanish origin, meaning “Rival, eager”.
| Meaning | Rival, eager |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian and Spanish |
| Pronunciation | eh-MEE-lyoh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Spain, Mexico, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Emilio
Emilio comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, which is usually linked to the Latin aemulus, 'rival' or 'eager to equal'. Aemilius was an old patrician family name of Rome. Jean-Jacques Rousseau's book Émile, on education, gave the related name new fame in the eighteenth century. The actor Emilio Estevez is a well-known bearer, and the related Emiliano was the name of the Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata.
Is Emilio a Christian name?
Emilio is used by Catholic families in Italy and the Spanish-speaking world, but it is mainly a classical Roman name.
How popular is Emilio?
Popular in Spain, Italy and Latin America.
Gifts with the name Emilio
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Emilio
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emilio mean?
Emilio means 'Rival, eager'. It is of Latin, via Italian and Spanish origin.
Is Emilio a Christian name?
Emilio is used by Catholic families in Italy and the Spanish-speaking world, but it is mainly a classical Roman name.
How do you pronounce Emilio?
Emilio is pronounced eh-MEE-lyoh.
Is Emilio a boy or girl name?
Emilio is usually a boy name.