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Emilio

Meaning: Rival; eager

About Emilio

Emilio 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: eh-MEE-lee-oh. Popular note: Italian/Spanish classic. When considering Emilio, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Latin

Variants

Emil

Pronunciation

eh-MEE-lee-oh

Popularity note

Italian/Spanish classic

FAQ — Emilio

What does the name Emilio mean?

Short meaning: Rival; eager. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Emilio?

Most associated origin: Latin.

Are there variants of Emilio?

Related forms: Emil.