Declining since 2012, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Emiya since 1998
Babies named Emiya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 130 |
| 2010s | 179 |
| 2020s | 65 |
Meaning & origin
Emiya is a modern name that first entered U.S. records in 1998, though it may draw inspiration from Arabic roots. Its popularity peaked in 2013, with a rank of 13,208 and an incidence of 1 in 267,878 newborns in 2025, reflecting a steady decline since 2012. The name has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. states, appearing sporadically across the country. As a relatively recent coinage, it exemplifies the trend toward unique, feminine names ending in 'iya,' yet remains uncommon.
The name Emiya first appeared in U.S. records in 1998, suggesting a modern coinage, possibly inspired by similar-sounding names like Amira or Emira, or from Arabic 'Amiya' meaning 'princess.' Its rise in the 2000s and 2010s may reflect broader trends favoring melodic, feminine names ending in 'iya.' However, no definitive historical root has been established, and the name remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Emi, Miya, Emy
Sibling names for Emiya
Names that share Emiya's style, for a brother or sister.
