Emiliano Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated June 7, 2024
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Fact: Famous Emilianos include Emiliano Zapata, a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution.

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A Deep Dive

Emiliano Overview

Meaning

Rival, eager

Gender

Boy

Origin

Italian, Spanish, Latin

Etymology

Derived from the Latin name “Aemilianus,” which means “rival” or “eager.”

Pronunciation

/ˌe.mi.liˈɑː.noʊ/

Popularity

Emiliano is a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries and is gaining recognition in other regions. Recently, Emiliano has ranked within the top 200 names for boys in the USA.

Syllable

4 syllables

Length

8 letters

Numerology

6 (Nurturing, Responsible, Balanced)

Name Styles

Exotic, Unique, Long

Associated Traits

Strong, ambitious, intelligent, charismatic

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

The name Emiliano is associated with several saints, including Saint Emiliano of La Cogolla, a Spanish saint and martyr.

Name Day

November 6th
A Deep Dive

Emiliano Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Emilio, Emil, Emilian, Emile, Emilianus, Emilien, Emilianis, Emeliano, Emilo, Emilianos

Common Nicknames

Emil, Milo, Lian, Nano, Emo

Diminutives

Emi, Milo, Lio, Emy

Famous People

  • Emiliano Zapata
    (Mexican Revolutionary)
  • Emiliano Sala
    (Argentine Footballer)
  • Emiliano Viviano
    (Italian Footballer)
  • Emiliano Grillo
    (Argentine Golfer)
  • Emiliano Insúa
    (Argentine Footballer)
  • Emiliano Martínez
    (Argentine Footballer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Emiliano Zapata
    ("Viva Zapata!," Film)
  • "Emiliano"
    (Song)
  • Emiliano Vargas
    ("Narcos: Mexico," TV Series)
  • Emiliano Buendía
    ("One Hundred Years of Solitude," Novel by Gabriel García Márquez)
  • Emiliano Reyes
    ("El Mariachi," Film)

Places

  • Emiliano Zapata City
    (Morelos, Mexico)
  • Emiliano Zapata Park
    (Mexico City, Mexico)
  • Emiliano Zapata River
    (Chiapas, Mexico)
  • Emiliano Zapata Municipality
    (Veracruz, Mexico)

What Is the Meaning of Emiliano?

Emiliano means “rival” or “eager.” Those named Emiliano often exude a passionate and ambitious personality, striving to achieve their goals with determination and enthusiasm.

What Is the Origin of The Name Emiliano?

The name Emiliano originates from Latin roots, derived from the Roman family name Aemilius. It has a rich history, especially in Spanish and Italian cultures, where it has been used for centuries, reflecting a noble heritage.

Emiliano Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Emiliano in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1712021#1532022#1332023
Top 3 Rankings#1332023#1532022#1712021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Emiliano

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023133
(+20 from 2022)
2778
(+295 from 2022)
0.15171
2022153
(+18 from 2021)
2483
(+241 from 2021)
0.13257
2021171
(+4 from 2020)
2242
(+37 from 2020)
0.11966
2020175
No change from 2019
2205
(-2 from 2019)
0.11921
2019175
(+15 from 2018)
2207
(+91 from 2018)
0.11484
2018190
(+18 from 2017)
2116
(+241 from 2017)
0.10886
2017208
(+20 from 2016)
1875
(+175 from 2016)
0.09474
2016228
(+2 from 2015)
1700
(+26 from 2015)
0.08392
2015230
(+25 from 2014)
1674
(+192 from 2014)
0.08188
2014255
(+38 from 2013)
1482
(+286 from 2013)
0.07232
2013293
(+9 from 2012)
1196
(+56 from 2012)
0.05919
2012302
(-19 from 2011)
1140
(-104 from 2011)
0.05618
2011283
(-43 from 2010)
1244
(-207 from 2010)
0.06124
2010240
(+30 from 2009)
1451
(+176 from 2009)
0.07063
2009270
(+44 from 2008)
1275
(+214 from 2008)
0.06012
2008314
(+22 from 2007)
1061
(+110 from 2007)
0.04866
2007336
(-5 from 2006)
951
(-20 from 2006)
0.04293
2006331
(+6 from 2005)
971
(+86 from 2005)
0.04429
2005337
(+27 from 2004)
885
(+118 from 2004)
0.04160
2004364
(+67 from 2003)
767
(+177 from 2003)
0.03629
2003431
(+28 from 2002)
590
(+61 from 2002)
0.02808
2002459
(+69 from 2001)
529
(+110 from 2001)
0.02560
2001528
(+104 from 2000)
419
(+130 from 2000)
0.02026
2000632
(+241 from 1999)
289
(+116 from 1999)
0.01384
1999873
(+177 from 1998)
173
(+45 from 1998)
0.00848
19981050
(-57 from 1997)
128
(-2 from 1997)
0.00631
1997993
(+37 from 1996)
130
(+11 from 1996)
0.00651
19961030
(+214 from 1995)
119
(+32 from 1995)
0.00594
19951244
(-26 from 1994)
87
(-2 from 1994)
0.00433
19941218
(+103 from 1993)
89
(+15 from 1993)
0.00437
19931321
(+251 from 1992)
74
(+18 from 1992)
0.00358
19921572
(-70 from 1991)
56
(-2 from 1991)
0.00267
19911502
(+336 from 1990)
58
(+16 from 1990)
0.00274
19901838
(-570 from 1989)
42
(-31 from 1989)
0.00195
19891268
(+522 from 1988)
73
(+35 from 1988)
0.00348
19881790
(-306 from 1987)
38
(-10 from 1987)
0.00190
19871484
(+159 from 1986)
48
(+9 from 1986)
0.00246
19861643
(+222 from 1985)
39
(+8 from 1985)
0.00203
19851865
(-284 from 1984)
31
(-7 from 1984)
0.00161
19841581
(-47 from 1983)
38
(-1 from 1983)
0.00202
19831534
(-139 from 1982)
39
(-7 from 1982)
0.00209
19821395
(-101 from 1981)
46
(-5 from 1981)
0.00244
19811294
(-91 from 1980)
51
(-7 from 1980)
0.00274
19801203
(+261 from 1979)
58
(+17 from 1979)
0.00313
19791464
(-278 from 1978)
41
(-15 from 1978)
0.00229
19781186
(+66 from 1977)
56
(+6 from 1977)
0.00328
19771252
(-223 from 1976)
50
(-15 from 1976)
0.00293
19761029
(+179 from 1975)
65
(+16 from 1975)
0.00398
19751208
(+58 from 1974)
49
(+5 from 1974)
0.00302
19741266
(-131 from 1973)
44
(-8 from 1973)
0.00270
19731135
(+150 from 1972)
52
(+10 from 1972)
0.00322
19721285
(+67 from 1971)
42
(+3 from 1971)
0.00251
19711352
(+109 from 1970)
39
(+6 from 1970)
0.00215
19701461
(-85 from 1969)
33
(-1 from 1969)
0.00173
19691376
(+652 from 1968)
34
(+18 from 1968)
0.00186
19682028
(-220 from 1967)
16
(-3 from 1967)
0.00090
19671808
(-52 from 1966)
19
No change from 1966
0.00107
19661756
(+100 from 1965)
19
(+1 from 1965)
0.00105
19651856
(+552 from 1964)
18
(+6 from 1964)
0.00095
19642408
(-366 from 1963)
12
(-4 from 1963)
0.00059
19632042
(+462 from 1962)
16
(+5 from 1962)
0.00077
19622504
(-773 from 1961)
11
(-11 from 1961)
0.00052
19611731
(+480 from 1960)
22
(+8 from 1960)
0.00102
19602211
(+317 from 1959)
14
(+3 from 1959)
0.00065
19592528
(-22 from 1958)
11
No change from 1958
0.00051
19582506
(+124 from 1957)
11
(+1 from 1957)
0.00051
19572630
(+339 from 1956)
10
(+2 from 1956)
0.00046
19562969
(-206 from 1955)
8
(-1 from 1955)
0.00037
19552763
(-1170 from 1954)
9
(-14 from 1954)
0.00043
19541593
(+445 from 1953)
23
(+8 from 1953)
0.00111
19532038
(+838 from 1952)
15
(+7 from 1952)
0.00075
19522876
(-509 from 1951)
8
(-3 from 1951)
0.00041
19512367
(-256 from 1950)
11
(-2 from 1950)
0.00058
19502111
(+691 from 1949)
13
(+5 from 1949)
0.00071
19492802
(-776 from 1948)
8
(-6 from 1948)
0.00044
19482026
(+645 from 1947)
14
(+5 from 1947)
0.00079
19472671
(-137 from 1946)
9
No change from 1946
0.00048
19462534
(-292 from 1945)
9
(-1 from 1945)
0.00055
19452242
(+1296 from 1943)
10
(+5 from 1943)
0.00073
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19433538
(-326 from 1942)
5
(-1 from 1942)
0.00034
19423212
(-1005 from 1941)
6
(-5 from 1941)
0.00043
19412207
(+1253 from 1940)
11
(+6 from 1940)
0.00088
19403460
(-631 from 1939)
5
(-2 from 1939)
0.00042
19392829
(+347 from 1938)
7
(+1 from 1938)
0.00062
19383176
(-1 from 1937)
6
No change from 1937
0.00053
19373175
(-547 from 1936)
6
(-2 from 1936)
0.00055
19362628
(-606 from 1934)
8
(-5 from 1934)
0.00075
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19342022
(+1246 from 1933)
13
(+7 from 1933)
0.00122
19333268
(-419 from 1932)
6
(-2 from 1932)
0.00059
19322849
(+16 from 1931)
8
No change from 1931
0.00074
19312865
(-256 from 1930)
8
(-2 from 1930)
0.00075
19302609
(-513 from 1929)
10
(-4 from 1929)
0.00089
19292096
(+980 from 1928)
14
(+6 from 1928)
0.00126
19283076
(-668 from 1927)
8
(-4 from 1927)
0.00070
19272408
(+496 from 1926)
12
(+3 from 1926)
0.00103
19262904
(-316 from 1925)
9
(-2 from 1925)
0.00079
19252588
(+1279 from 1924)
11
(+5 from 1924)
0.00096
19243867
(-1536 from 1923)
6
(-7 from 1923)
0.00051
19232331
(+470 from 1922)
13
(+3 from 1922)
0.00115
19222801
(+413 from 1921)
10
(+2 from 1921)
0.00089
19213214
(+275 from 1920)
8
(+1 from 1920)
0.00070
19203489
(+27 from 1916)
7
(+1 from 1916)
0.00064
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19163516
(-601 from 1914)
6
No change from 1914
0.00065
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19142915
(-2079 from 1885)
6
No change from 1885
0.00088
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
1885836
First SSA data recorded
6
First SSA data recorded
0.00517
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Emiliano

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#542021#482022#342023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#812021#822022#712023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1382021#1192022#922023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#832021#632022#512023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2322021#2142022#1982023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1162021#862022#612023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1842021#1302022#1272023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3752021#3262022#2592023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2662021#1962022#1492023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#542021#662022#492023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3172021#2132022#2182023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#662021#592022#442023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#4092021#3132022#4002023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2392021#1672022#2802023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1622021#1272022#972023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2892021#2492022#2892023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1412021#1342022#1042023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2802021#2712022#2742023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2342021#1472022#1852023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2492021#2642022#1962023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#4382021#4182022#2802023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#3612021#3452022#1972023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1882021#1622022#1802023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1952021#1522022#1322023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#5392021#8052022#4202023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#6242021#5052022#4412023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#4572021#4342022#4012023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1942021#2252022#1772023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3892021#4502022#3812023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3982021#6092022#6292023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3802021#4932022#3362023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#5412021#3732022#3072023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2552021#1572022#1582023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3952021#3702022#2742023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#4472021#7192022#4872023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6722021#5002022#4972023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3462021#7082022#5562023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2112019#2152022#1892023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5412012#5492013#4352021

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1732023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1772019

Popularity Rankings for Emiliano in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Mexico

Mexico flagMexico#52020#62021

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#232019#162020#102021

Popularity in Uruguay

Uruguay flagUruguay#282021#352022#322023

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#562013#592014#632015

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1332021#1462022#1642023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#4102020#4192021#3512022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#10612021#9212022#5572023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#9242018#6682021#5622022

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#5942014#7322015#5982019

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7792022

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#8002023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Emiliano a Name for Boys or Girls?

Emiliano is often chosen for boys because of its rich historical and cultural significance. The name’s strong and melodic sound makes it particularly appealing for male children.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Emiliano

Emiliano in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Emiliano Zapata (Revolutionary, 1879–1919): A leading figure in the Mexican Revolution who fought for agrarian reform and social justice.
  • Emiliano Sala (Footballer, 1990–2019): An Argentine professional footballer who played as a forward and tragically died in a plane crash.
  • Emiliano Viviano (Footballer, born 1985): An Italian professional goalkeeper known for his career in Serie A.
  • Emiliano Grillo (Golfer, born 1992): An Argentine professional golfer who competes on the PGA Tour.
  • Emiliano Insúa (Footballer, born 1989): An Argentine professional footballer who has played as a left-back for various clubs.
  • Emiliano Martínez (Footballer, born 1992): An Argentine professional goalkeeper who plays in the Premier League and for the Argentina national team.
  • Emiliano Zapata (Actor, 1946–2001): A Mexican actor known for his roles in telenovelas and films.
  • Emiliano Zapata ("Viva Zapata!," 1952 Film): A biographical film about the life of Emiliano Zapata, a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution.
  • "Emiliano" (2014 Song by Fabrizio Moro): A song that reflects on personal and social themes through powerful lyrics and music.
  • Emiliano Vargas ("Narcos: Mexico," 2018 TV Series): A character involved in the complex and dangerous world of the Mexican drug trade.
  • Emiliano Buendía ("One Hundred Years of Solitude," 1967 Novel by Gabriel García Márquez): A member of the Buendía family in the magical realist novel.
  • Emiliano Reyes ("El Mariachi," 1992 Film): A character in the film about a traveling musician who is mistaken for a hitman.
  • Emiliano Zapata City (Morelos, Mexico): A city named after the famous revolutionary leader, known for its historical significance and cultural heritage.
  • Emiliano Zapata Park (Mexico City, Mexico): A public park in the capital city, known for its green spaces and recreational facilities.
  • Emiliano Zapata River (Chiapas, Mexico): A river in southern Mexico known for its scenic beauty and importance to local agriculture.
  • Emiliano Zapata Municipality (Veracruz, Mexico): A municipality known for its agricultural economy and historical landmarks.
  • Emiliano Zapata Neighborhood (Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico): A residential area known for its vibrant community and local markets.
  • Emiliano Zapata Park (Puebla, Mexico): A park in the city of Puebla known for its lush greenery and family-friendly environment.
  • Emiliano Zapata Colony (Nuevo León, Mexico): A residential colony in Monterrey, known for its community spirit and local amenities.
  • Emiliano Zapata Township (Chiapas, Mexico): A township known for its rural charm and agricultural activities.
  • Emiliano Zapata Stadium (Durango, Mexico): A stadium known for hosting local sports events and community gatherings.
  • Emiliano Zapata Plaza (Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico): A central plaza known for its cultural events and historical significance.

Similar Names to Emiliano

  • Aureliano
  • Massimiliano
  • Maximiliano
  • Emilion
  • Emlen
  • Elian
  • Emanuele

Sibling Names for Emiliano

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