Amalia
Amalia is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Work, effort, or industriousness.
Origin and history
Amalia is a traditional female name of Germanic origin derived from the element 'amal', meaning work or labor. It is a cross-cultural favorite throughout Europe and Latin America, gaining steady popularity in the U.S. in recent years. It offers a classic alternative to names like Amelia or Emilia.
Popularity in the United States
16,478 babies in the United States have been named Amalia since 1880. It ranks #1196 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #546.
States where it is most popular
- TX (22.6 %)
- CA (22.2 %)
- NY (13.4 %)
- FL (6.3 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 140 |
| 1890-1900 | 203 |
| 1900-1910 | 209 |
| 1910-1920 | 559 |
| 1920-1930 | 905 |
| 1930-1940 | 543 |
| 1940-1950 | 514 |
| 1950-1960 | 659 |
| 1960-1970 | 711 |
| 1970-1980 | 866 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,057 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,367 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,977 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,523 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,245 |
Famous people named Amalia
- Amalia Rodrigues: Singer, Actress
- Amalia Fleming: Physician, Activist
Nicknames
Lia, Mali, Amy
Fun facts
- Amalia has been a popular name among European royalty, particularly in German, Dutch, and Scandinavian monarchies.
- It shares the ancient Germanic root 'amal' with related names such as Amelia and Amelie.