Rising since 2003, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Emilliano since 1998
Babies named Emilliano per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 110 |
| 2020s | 114 |
Meaning & origin
Emilliano is a modern variant of Emiliano, a name with deep Latin roots. It first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1998 and has been steadily rising in usage since 2003. In 2023, it reached its peak rank of 4,857, with an estimated 1 in 85,404 baby boys receiving the name. The name is most commonly found in California, reflecting its popularity among Hispanic families. Emilliano shares the same etymological origin as Emilio and Amilia, stemming from the Roman clan name Aemilianus, meaning 'rival'. The double 'l' spelling gives it a distinctive, more phonetic flair compared to the traditional Emiliano.
Emilliano is a variant of Emiliano, itself from the Latin Aemilianus, a name borne by several early saints and a Roman gens. It is closely related to Emiliano and Emilio. The name has been used in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries, often as a more elaborate form of Emilio. In recent decades, it has gained modest popularity in the United States, often in Hispanic communities.
Where Emilliano is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Emi, Mili, Emo, Liano
Sibling names for Emilliano
Names that share Emilliano's style, for a brother or sister.
