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Émile
Meaning: Rival; eager
About Émile
Émile is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Rival; eager,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Emil. Indicative pronunciation: ay-MEEL. Popular note: French classic. When considering Émile, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Latin
Variants
Emil
Pronunciation
ay-MEEL
Popularity note
French classic
FAQ — Émile
What does the name Émile mean?
Short meaning: Rival; eager. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Émile?
Most associated origin: Latin.
Are there variants of Émile?
Related forms: Emil.