Rival, laborious, or eager
Emeli is a variant of Emily or Amelia, derived from the Roman family name Aemilius. It carries the dual connotations of being a hard worker and a formidable competitor. While rare in its specific spelling, it shares the deep historical roots of one of the most popular name families in the Western world.
Less common today
Emeli isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,070 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
British soul and R&B singer-songwriter
