Emilie

Emilie is the French and German feminine form of the Latin name Aemilius, derived from the Roman family name Aemilius, itself possibly rooted in the Latin word aemulus, meaning rival or striving to equal. The name was borne by several early Christian saints and spread widely across Europe through Latin ecclesiastical influence. Notable bearers include the Swedish author Emilie Flygare-Carlén and the German natural philosopher Emilie du Châtelet. Related forms include Emily, Émilie, Emilia, and Amelia.