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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.