Declining since 2014.
Popularity of Emiah since 2000
Babies named Emiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 109 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Emiah is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2000, reflecting the creative naming trends of the early 21st century. It has never reached the top 1000, but its peak usage was in 2014, after which its trajectory has been steadily falling. While its specific origin is uncertain, it fits within a pattern of names ending in -iah, such as Amiah and Samiah, which gained popularity in the 2010s. As a recent coinage, Emiah has no deep historical roots or famous bearers, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a contemporary, melodic name.
Emiah emerged in the early 2000s in the United States, part of a trend of names ending in -iah (such as Amiah and Samiah). It may be a creative combination of the popular Emma or Emily with the fashionable suffix -iah, or a respelling of Amiah (from Aaliyah). The name has seen modest use, peaking in 2014.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Emi, Mia, Em
Sibling names for Emiah
Names that share Emiah's style, for a brother or sister.
