Amelio
Amelio is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Work, industrious, or striving.
Origin and history
Amelio is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from roots meaning 'work' or 'industrious.' It serves as a rare male counterpart to names like Amelia and Amalia, maintained through Italian and Spanish usage. In the United States, it remains a rare choice but has seen a slight increase in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
614 babies in the United States have been named Amelio since 1880. It ranks #4062 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1724.
States where it is most popular
- NY (29.1 %)
- TX (24.1 %)
- CA (20.3 %)
- FL (13.9 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 87 |
| 1920-1930 | 76 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 15 |
| 1990-2000 | 28 |
| 2000-2010 | 65 |
| 2010-2019 | 128 |
| 2020-2029 | 203 |
Fun facts
- While Amelia is exceptionally popular worldwide, Amelio represents its uncommon masculine counterpart.
- It traces back to the ancient Germanic root 'amal,' associated with vigor and hard work.