Emlyn
e-ml-yn,
em-lyn
US Popularity:14227
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:To strive, excel
Help baby strive for the best in life with the name Emlyn! This beautiful gender-neutral option has roots in the Welsh language, as well as German and Latin influences. For such a short and sweet name, Emlyn has various definitions, including “to strive or excel,” “rival,” “peaceful home,” or “surrounding valley.” When baby Em grows up, you can even take them on a trip to visit Castell Newydd Emlyn, a charming town on the River Teifi. Some famous namesakes include Emlyn Hughes, the Welsh soccer player, and Emlyn Williams, the Welsh playwright.
Emlyn Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Emlyn is currently #14227 in U.S. births
Boy:Emlyn is currently #9438 in U.S. births
Girl:Emlyn is currently #14240 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#14251
in 2022
- 3672
from 2021
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