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Emilio

Boy name · 30 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Emilio: 30 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2023.

Emilio, the Italian and Spanish form of the ancient Roman family name Aemilius, derives from the Latin *aemulus*, meaning ‘rival’ or ‘emulating’. Its most famous bearer is perhaps the revolutionary Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines who fought for independence from Spain and the United States. There is also the legendary Spanish bullfighter Emilio Ortuño, known as ‘Jumillano’, and in the arts, the acclaimed actor Emilio Estevez. The name shares its root with the Italian town of Emilia-Romagna, while in Scotland, Emilio remains a relatively rare but warmly received choice, often favoured by families with Italian heritage. It is a romantic, international alternative to the more common Scottish name Emil, carrying a distinctly Mediterranean flair.