girl name · French origin
Amelie
/ ah-may-LEE /
Meaning
Amelie means Industrious (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
ah-may-LEE
Popularity
#828 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Amelie in the US, 1880–2025
Amelie first appears in US records in 1886. It peaked in 2013, when 466 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 329.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Amelie mean?
Amélie is a French form of Amelia, “industrious” or “hardworking.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amelie mean?
Amelie means Industrious. Amélie is a French form of Amelia, “industrious” or “hardworking.”
What is the origin of the name Amelie?
Amelie is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Amelie?
Amelie is pronounced “ah-may-LEE.”
Is Amelie a boy or a girl name?
Amelie is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Amelie?
In 2025, Amelie ranked #828 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Amelie most popular?
Amelie was most popular in 2013, when about 466 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.