Emile
- Pronunciation
- [E-mile]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Industrious
- Origin
- French
Emile Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 8,570 baby boys have been named Emile. The name peaked in 1922 with 167 US births that year (rank #478). In 2024, ranked #1918 nationally — 1,440 places below its 1922 peak.
Top States for Emile
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Emile births are: Louisiana (2,195), Massachusetts (697), California (523).
Other French-Origin Names Like Emile
If you like Emile's French origin, consider these related names: Abelia, Abella, Acel, Aceline, Adalene. Browse all French names →
5-Letter Names Starting with E
Names with Emile's exact length and starting letter: Eadda, Eadig, Eagan, Eagon, Ealga.
Quick Facts About Emile
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aimil | Gaelic Form Of Amelia (Industrious) | Female | Gaelic |
Famous People Named Emile
3 notable figures from history and culture who share the name Emile.
- Emile Durkheim was a famous French philosopher and sociologist.
- Emile Habibi was a Palestinian writer and communist politician who is known for his insightful literary works.
- Emile Zola was the most prominent novelist of the 19th century France.
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Compare Emile to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Emile against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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