Amelia Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MEEL-yah / əˈmiːliəLatin; Germanic
Meaning
Latin: industrious; Germanic: work
Historical & Cultural Background
Amelia has roots in Latin and Germanic languages. It gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly in England. The name is often associated with industriousness and hard work. It has been used in various cultures and has evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time.
Trend Summary
Amelia has consistently ranked among the top names for girls in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amelie
- Amalia
International Variants
- Amélie (French)
- Amalia (Spanish)
- Amalija (Latvian)
Famous people named Amelia
Amelia Earhart was an American aviation pioneer and author, known for being the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
Amelia Bloomer was a 19th-century women's rights advocate, known for promoting women's clothing reform.
Amelia Pond is a character from the British television series Doctor Who, known for being the companion of the Eleventh Doctor.
Amelia Warner is an English actress and musician, recognized for her work in film and television.
Fictional characters named Amelia
Amelia Bedelia is a character from the children's book series by Peggy Parish, known for her literal interpretations of instructions.
Amelia Thistle is a character from the animated series The Amazing World of Gumball, known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amelia was first seen in the United States in 1921. Amelia has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Amelia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amelia (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |