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Emilias
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Emilias is a male first name that is considered a rare alternative form of Emilius and is derived from the Roman name Aemilius. The meaning of the name includes terms like "the diligent", "the eager one", "the striving one", "the imitator", and sometimes also "belonging to the Aemilius family".
What does the name Emilias mean?
The first name Emilias is a less common variant of Emilius and has its roots in the Roman Aemilius. It means "the diligent", "the eager one", "the striving one", "the imitator", or sometimes also "belonging to the Aemilius family". The origin of the name lies in Latin, derived from the word Æmŭlus or aemulus, which means "eager", "keen", "to strive after", "to imitate", "to compete", and "to rival". The Aemilii, originally spelled Aimilia, were among the oldest and most influential patrician families in ancient Rome. Their lineage traces back to the reign of Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome. For many decades, they held the highest offices in the state. Other variants include Aemilian, Aemilianus, Ämilius, Ämilian, Emilian, Emilien, Emiliano, Emilijan, Emiljan, Emilijus, Emilis, Emilio, Eemil, Emile, and Emil.
Where does the name Emilias come from?
The first name Emilias has Latin roots and means "the diligent". The Latin
How do you pronounce Emilias?
E-mi-li-as
When is the name day of Emilias?
The name day for Emilias is celebrated on March 10 and May 22.
Popularity
In Germany, Emilias is a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2015, reaching 1,097th. Over the last ten years, Emilias has been chosen as a first name about 120 times, placing it 2,195th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,446th.
Nicknames & pet names
Emil / Emmi / Lias
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Frequently asked questions about the name Emilias
What is the origin of the name Emilias?
The first name Emilias has Latin roots and is derived from Aemilius, which means 'the diligent'.
What does the name Emilias mean?
Emilias stands for terms like eager, keen, to strive after, and to compete. It also refers to the ancient Roman family of the Aemilii.
How popular is the name Emilias?
Emilias is a less common variant of the name and is used in some cultures, particularly in German and Romance-speaking regions.