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Emeline

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Emeline: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2021.

Emeline is a delicate variant of Emmeline, ultimately derived from the Latin family name Aemilius, meaning “rival” or “industrious,” the same root as Emily. A notable bearer is Emeline Roberts Jones, who became the first woman to practice dentistry in the United States in the 1850s, a quietly pioneering figure. While no major places bear the exact name, the closely related Emmeline shares its roots with the Roman Aemilia gens, echoes of which appear in place names like Emilia-Romagna in Italy. Today, Emeline feels like a softer, vintage alternative to Emily, enjoying modest popularity in Scotland as a sweet, understated choice for parents drawn to classic names with a gentle flourish.