Amel
Amel is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Hope or expectation.
Origin and history
Amel is a male name of Arabic origin that signifies hope or aspiration. It is closely related to the name Amal and is used across various Arabic-speaking and North African cultures. In the United States, it remains a rare given name, maintaining steady but modest usage.
Popularity in the United States
630 babies in the United States have been named Amel since 1880. It ranks #4046 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1866.
States where it is most popular
- TX (62.5 %)
- NY (37.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 63 |
| 1920-1930 | 96 |
| 1930-1940 | 20 |
| 1940-1950 | 29 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 52 |
| 2000-2010 | 160 |
| 2010-2019 | 127 |
| 2020-2029 | 61 |
Famous people named Amel
- Amel Larrieux: singer, songwriter
Fun facts
- Amel is a French-influenced transcription variant of the Arabic name Amal.
- The name has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with around 600 total boys registered with this name since 1880.