Amelia
Amelia is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Work, industrious, or striving.
Origin and history
Amelia is derived from the Germanic name Amalia, rooted in the element 'amal', meaning work or industriousness. It has rich historical usage across Europe and gained widespread popularity in the English-speaking world. In recent years, Amelia has become one of the top female names in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
281,130 babies in the United States have been named Amelia since 1880. It ranks #139 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #4.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.6 %)
- TX (8.6 %)
- NY (6.8 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- PA (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 2,957 |
| 1890-1900 | 3,725 |
| 1900-1910 | 3,664 |
| 1910-1920 | 8,832 |
| 1920-1930 | 8,787 |
| 1930-1940 | 5,958 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,324 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,189 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,824 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,321 |
| 1980-1990 | 9,740 |
| 1990-2000 | 13,559 |
| 2000-2010 | 33,292 |
| 2010-2019 | 93,850 |
| 2020-2029 | 76,108 |
Famous people named Amelia
- Amelia Earhart: Aviator, Author
- Amelia Warner: Composer, Musician
Nicknames
Amy, Mia, Minnie, Millie, Lia
Fun facts
- Famous aviator Amelia Earhart brought international fame to the name in the early 20th century.
- The name was introduced to Great Britain by the German House of Hanover in the 18th century.
- Amelia has surged in popularity during the 2020s, placing consistently in the top five U.S. female names.