Amelie Girl
Origin(s)
French; German
Meaning
French: hardworking; German: industrious
Historical & Cultural Background
Amelie is a French diminutive of the name Amalia, which has roots in the Germanic word 'amal,' meaning work. The name gained popularity in France and has been embraced in various cultures. It is often associated with the 2001 French film 'Amélie,' which contributed to its international recognition.
Trend Summary
Amelie has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Aurelie, Emilie, Natalie, Amara, Adeline, Isabelle, Cecile, Liesl
Variants
- Amalia
- Amal
- Amelie
International Variants
- Amalia (Spanish)
- Amélie (French)
- Amal (Arabic)
Famous people named Amelie
Amélie Nothomb is a Belgian author known for her novels and unique literary style.
Amélie Mauresmo is a retired French professional tennis player and former world No. 1.
Amélie de Montchalin is a French politician serving as a member of the National Assembly.
Amélie Lens is a Belgian DJ and music producer recognized in the electronic music scene.
Fictional characters named Amelie
Amélie Poulain is the main character in the film 'Amélie,' known for her whimsical adventures in Paris.
Amelie is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,' serving as a side character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amelie was first seen in the United States in 1886. Amelie has ranked as high as #906 nationally which occurred in 2013 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Amelie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amelie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 77 | |
| TX | 56 | |
| FL | 39 | |
| NY | 36 | |
| LA | 22 | |
| IL | 21 | |
| NJ | 10 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| OR | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| SC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 186 |
| 2003 | 274 |
| 2004 | 293 |
| 2005 | 309 |
| 2006 | 360 |
| 2007 | 385 |
| 2008 | 379 |
| 2009 | 434 |
| 2010 | 427 |
| 2011 | 400 |
| 2012 | 454 |
| 2013 | 466 |
| 2014 | 430 |
| 2015 | 446 |
| 2016 | 444 |
| 2017 | 423 |
| 2018 | 392 |
| 2019 | 371 |
| 2020 | 336 |
| 2021 | 332 |
| 2022 | 316 |
| 2023 | 300 |
| 2024 | 394 |