Emiliano
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Emiliano is a boy name of Italian origin meaning "Rival, emulating".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
6 / 100
Syllables
4
Length
8 letters
Meaning
Rival, emulating
Etymology
Italian form of Emil, from Latin Aemilius, meaning 'rival' or 'emulating', likely derived from aemulus.
Famous People Named Emiliano
- Emiliano Zapata — Revolucionario Mexicano (1911-1919)
- Emiliano Martínez — Argentine association football player (born 1992)
- Emiliano Sala — Argentine association football player (1990-2019)
- Emiliano Viviano — Italian association football player
- Emiliano Figueroa — President of Chile (1866-1931)
Frequently Asked Questions About Emiliano
What does the name Emiliano mean?
Emiliano means "Rival, emulating", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Emiliano?
Emiliano originates from Italian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Emiliano a boy or girl name?
Emiliano is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Emiliano associated with?
Emiliano is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Emiliano?
Yes — notable people named Emiliano include Emiliano Zapata (Revolucionario Mexicano, 1911-1919), Emiliano Martínez (Argentine association football player, born 1992), Emiliano Sala (Argentine association football player, 1990-2019), Emiliano Viviano (Italian association football player) and Emiliano Figueroa (President of Chile, 1866-1931).
Last updated: June 2026