UK boy's name
Emiel
A Dutch diminutive form of the name Emil, itself derived from the Germanic name Aemilius.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2003. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Emiel is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Emiel popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2003 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3467, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2003 to 2003. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Emiel is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Emiel. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2004 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Emiel ranked #3467 for boys in England and Wales in 2003, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 boys were registered as Emiel.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Emiel as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3467
2003
Births in 2003
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Emiel mean?
The name Emiel is a Dutch variant of the name Emmanuele, which is derived from the Hebrew name Immanu'el, meaning "God is with us." This name has its roots in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Isaiah, where it is used as a symbolic name for the Messiah.
In the Netherlands, the name Emiel gained popularity in the 17th century, during the Dutch Golden Age. It became a common name among Dutch Protestants, as they sought to give their children biblical names with strong religious connotations. The name was also popular in other parts of Europe where the Protestant Reformation had taken hold.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Emiel can be found in the writings of the Dutch philosopher and theologian, Desiderius Erasmus (1466-1536), who mentions an individual named Emiel in his correspondence. However, the name's usage likely predates this mention.
Among the notable historical figures who bore the name Emiel is Emiel Hullebroeck (1878-1965), a Belgian painter and illustrator known for his landscapes and portraiture. Another prominent individual was Emiel van Hemeldonck (1917-2007), a Belgian artist and sculptor whose works were heavily influenced by the Expressionist movement.
In the literary world, Emiel Seipgens (1837-1896) was a Dutch writer and poet who wrote extensively about rural life in the Netherlands. His works, such as "De Sjouwerman" (The Porter), provided a vivid portrayal of the struggles and joys of the Dutch working class.
On the political front, Emiel Roest (1891-1982) was a Dutch politician and trade unionist who played a significant role in the establishment of the Dutch Labour Party (PvdA). He served as a Member of Parliament and was known for his advocacy of workers' rights.
Finally, in the field of science, Emiel Hendrik van Loon (1879-1932) was a Dutch-American historian and biographer who won the prestigious Newbery Medal in 1922 for his book "The Story of Mankind," a popular history book for children.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Emiel throughout history, reflecting the name's enduring presence in Dutch and European culture, as well as its religious and literary significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Emiel by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Emiel was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3467 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Emiel
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Emiel: questions and answers
How popular is the name Emiel in the UK right now?
In 2003, Emiel was ranked #3467 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Emiel most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Emiel in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Emiel?
A Dutch diminutive form of the name Emil, itself derived from the Germanic name Aemilius.
How many people are called Emiel in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Emiel across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.