Emalea is a unique and elegant female given name of Latin origin, meaning "to strive for" or "ambitious". It was created by author L.M. Montgomery and featured in her beloved series, the "Emily" books. The name Emalea has gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and connection to the well-known literary character, Emily of New Moon.
The name Emalea experienced a significant surge in popularity between 2000 and 2006, with the highest number of births occurring in 2006 (13). However, since then, its popularity has declined, with fewer than 10 births recorded each year from 2007 onwards.