Amelia
Amelia first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2021, when 13,041 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 12,699.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Amelia popular?
Near its peak Amelia is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2021.
| 2020s | 76,108 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 93,850 | |
| 2000s | 33,292 | |
| 1990s | 13,559 | |
| 1980s | 9,740 | |
| 1970s | 5,321 | |
| 1960s | 4,824 | |
| 1950s | 5,189 | |
| 1940s | 5,324 | |
| 1930s | 5,958 | |
| 1920s | 8,787 | |
| 1910s | 8,832 | |
| 1900s | 3,664 | |
| 1890s | 3,725 | |
| 1880s | 2,957 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Amelia mean?
Amelia comes from the Germanic amal, meaning “work” in the sense of industriousness and striving. It is sometimes blended with the Latin-rooted Emilia.
Nicknames for Amelia
- Millie
- Mia
- Amy
Variants & spellings
- Emilia
- Amalia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amelia mean?
Amelia means Industrious, striving. Amelia comes from the Germanic amal, meaning “work” in the sense of industriousness and striving. It is sometimes blended with the Latin-rooted Emilia.
What is the origin of the name Amelia?
Amelia is of Germanic origin.
How do you pronounce Amelia?
Amelia is pronounced “uh-MEEL-yuh.”
Is Amelia a boy or a girl name?
Amelia is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Amelia a popular name right now?
Amelia is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2021.
How popular is the name Amelia?
In 2025, Amelia ranked #4 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Amelia most popular?
Amelia was most popular in 2021, when about 13,041 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Amelia?
Common nicknames for Amelia include Millie, Mia, Amy.
What names are similar to Amelia?
Names similar to Amelia include Olivia, Emma, Isla, Ava.
What names go well with Amelia?
Germanic names that pair well with Amelia include Robert, William, Charles, Emma, Walter.