Emiliano
Emiliano is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Rival, eager, or striving.
Origin and history
Emiliano is a masculine name of Latin origin derived from the Roman family name Aemilianus, meaning rival or eager. It has long been popular in Spanish- and Italian-speaking cultures and has seen a substantial rise in U.S. popularity in recent years. Today, it stands as a stylish classic with strong historical and cultural resonance.
Popularity in the United States
42,844 babies in the United States have been named Emiliano since 1880. It ranks #554 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #135.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.1 %)
- TX (22.5 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
- AZ (5.1 %)
- FL (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 98 |
| 1930-1940 | 72 |
| 1940-1950 | 77 |
| 1950-1960 | 119 |
| 1960-1970 | 181 |
| 1970-1980 | 471 |
| 1980-1990 | 462 |
| 1990-2000 | 956 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,739 |
| 2010-2019 | 16,089 |
| 2020-2029 | 16,562 |
Famous people named Emiliano
- Emiliano Zapata: Revolutionary leader, General
- Emiliano Sala: Professional athlete, Footballer
- Emiliano MartÃnez: Professional athlete, Goalkeeper
Nicknames
Emi, Nano, Milo
Fun facts
- Emiliano traces back to the ancient Latin cognomen Aemilianus, linked to the prominent Roman Aemilia family.
- General Emiliano Zapata was a key leader in the Mexican Revolution, embedding the name deeply in modern history.
- The name has gained significant traction in the U.S. during the 2020s, rising into the top 150 boys' names.