Indian name meaning
Emily
♀ GirlE·mily · 2 syllables
Industrious; striving
- Origin
- Latin
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Curious, adaptable and freedom-loving — thrives on change, travel and variety.
The letters of Emily add up to 14, which reduces to 5.
About the name Emily
Emily is a girl's name of Latin origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “Industrious; striving.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Emily has the name number 5, “The Explorer.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emily mean?
Emily means “Industrious; striving.” It is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Is Emily a boy or a girl name?
Emily is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Emily?
Emily is of Latin origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Emily?
In the Chaldean system, Emily has the name number 5, “The Explorer.”
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