Rival, industrious, or striving
Emilene is a rare elaboration of Emily or Emma, likely influenced by the French Émilienne. It stems from the Roman family name Aemilius, which carries the connotation of being a diligent rival or worker.
Less common today
Emilene isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,537 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the novel 'The Blue Lagoon' · The Blue Lagoon
