Emiya is of Japanese origin, meaning "picture horse". It's often used as both a given name and a surname. In Japan, it can also be written using different kanji characters, such as 絵美弥 or 絵命依, each with its own pronunciation but retaining the same sound, Emiya. The name has gained international recognition due to its usage in popular culture, notably in the animated film "Your Name" (Kimi no na wa) by Makoto Shinkai.
The name Emiya has seen varied popularity over the past two and a half decades, with a notable peak in recent years.