Amelia (given name)


Amelia is a female name. It is an English-language variant of Amalia, derived from the Germanic word amal meaning 'work', and connoting industriousness and fertility. Diminutive forms include Amy, Emma, Milly and Mel. The name also exists in Spanish and other languages, such as Romanian.
Etymologists believe that the name Amelia is unrelated to the Latin nomen, from which originates the English birth name Emily.

Popularity

In 2013 it was the eighth most popular name for girls in Australia.

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