Emlyn
Meaning
To Strive Or Excel Or Rival
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmlɪn/
Traits associated with the name Emlyn:
Dogs named Emlyn tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and hard-working. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Emlyn?
Naming your dog Emlyn suggests that you have a strong appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the Welsh culture, as Emlyn is a Welsh name.
Is Emlyn a good dog name?
Emlyn has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Emlyn isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Emlyn is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Emlyn was, in the past month, the 6827th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Emlyn is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Emlyn was viewed 31 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Emlyn's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Emlyn is most adored in District of Columbia, New York and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Texas and Michigan.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Emlyn.
Most popular breeds named Emlyn:
- Corgi
Emlyn is found in these categories:
irish
Derived from an Irish word, meaning 'eager and lively'.
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