Emily Fahey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Emily Fahey — rival
322K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Emily Fahey is a name that combines English origins. The first name Emily is a feminine given name of English origin. Emily is a feminine given name derived from the Roman family name "Aemilius", and is the feminine form of the name Emil. Emily has been a popular name in the English-speaking world, ranking among the most popular names in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. For more than a decade, from 1996 to 2007, it was the most common name given to girls in the United States. It has declined in usage in some countries but has remained a well-used name all over the world. In 2022, it was the 31st most popular name given to girls in Canada. The surname Fahey: Brandon Fahey, American baseball player Brian Fahey (composer), British musical director Brian Fahey (ice hockey), American ice hockey player Caprina Fahey (1883–1959), British suffragette Charles P. Fahey (c. 1860 – 1913) American labor leader and politician Claire Fahey (born 1991), British real tennis player David M. Fahey, American professor of history Edward Henry Fahey (1844–1907), English artist Eugene M. Emily is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 322K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Emily reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Emily

Meaning: rival

English

Emily is a feminine given name derived from the Roman family name "Aemilius", and is the feminine form of the name Emil. Emily has been a popular name in the English-speaking world, ranking among the most popular names in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. For more than a decade, from 1996 to 2007, it was the most common name given to girls in the United States. It has declined in usage in some countries but has remained a well-used name all over the world. In 2022, it was the 31st most popular name given to girls in Canada.

Surname: Fahey

English

Brandon Fahey, American baseball player Brian Fahey (composer), British musical director Brian Fahey (ice hockey), American ice hockey player Caprina Fahey (1883–1959), British suffragette Charles P. Fahey (c. 1860 – 1913) American labor leader and politician Claire Fahey (born 1991), British real tennis player David M. Fahey, American professor of history Edward Henry Fahey (1844–1907), English artist Eugene M.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Emily is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Emily by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Emily Fahey:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Emily?
The first name Emily originates from English. Emily is a feminine given name derived from the Roman family name "Aemilius", and is the feminine form of the name Emil. Emily has been a popular name in the English-speaking world, ranking among the most popular names in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. For more than a decade, from 1996 to 2007, it was the most common name given to girls in the United States. It has declined in usage in some countries but has remained a well-used name all over the world. In 2022, it was the 31st most popular name given to girls in Canada.
When was Emily most popular?
The name Emily reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Fahey?
The surname Fahey originates from English. Brandon Fahey, American baseball player Brian Fahey (composer), British musical director Brian Fahey (ice hockey), American ice hockey player Caprina Fahey (1883–1959), British suffragette Charles P. Fahey (c. 1860 – 1913) American labor leader and politician Claire Fahey (born 1991), British real tennis player David M. Fahey, American professor of history Edward Henry Fahey (1844–1907), English artist Eugene M.
How common is the surname Fahey?
The surname Fahey is shared by approximately 9K people worldwide.
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