Emilienne

Meaning of Emilienne

Emilienne is a beautiful and elegant name for a baby girl. With its French origin, this name exudes sophistication and charm. Pronounced as ay-mee-LYEN (/e.mil.jɛn/) in French, Emilienne has a melodic sound that rolls off the tongue. The name is derived from the masculine name Emile, which means "rival" or "striving". It carries the association of strength and determination. Although not very common in the United States, Emilienne has a long history of usage, dating back to the early 20th century. It peaked in popularity in 1917 when it ranked 3344th among newborn girls. A variation of this name is Emiliana, which offers a slightly different twist while maintaining the same elegance and grace. Consider naming your little one Emilienne for a timeless and sophisticated choice.

Pronunciation

French

  • Pronunced as ay-mee-LYEN (/e.mil.jɛn/)

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Notable People Named Emilienne

Émilienne Moreau-Evrard was a French heroine of World War I and II, known for her role in the Resistance and as one of the few women to receive the Ordre de la Libération.
Émilienne Galicier - Émilienne Berthe Galicier, a French politician, made history as one of the first group of French women elected to the National Assembly in 1945, where she served until 1958.
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