Amelia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Meaning industrious and striving, this name belongs to girls destined to move mountains.
- Origin
- Germanic
- Syllables
- 4
- Current rank
- #4
- Peak
- #4 in 2021
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Amelia Means
Amelia is a girl name of Germanic origin. Meaning industrious and striving, this name belongs to girls destined to move mountains.
How Popular Amelia Is
Amelia currently ranks #4 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4 in 2021. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Amelia
- Amelia Earhart made this name synonymous with courage and adventure.
- Doctor Who's companion Amelia Pond introduced it to a new generation.
- Amelia Bloomer, the women's rights activist, added a rebellious edge.
Names Like Amelia
Other Germanic names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Amelia
Germanic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Amelia.
Questions About Amelia
What does Amelia mean?
Amelia is a girl name of Germanic origin. Meaning industrious and striving, this name belongs to girls destined to move mountains.
How popular is Amelia?
Amelia currently ranks #4 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4 in 2021. It has held steady.
Where does Amelia come from?
Amelia comes from Germanic roots. Amelia Earhart made this name synonymous with courage and adventure.
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