Amalie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amalie is a feminine name of Germanic origin, derived from 'Amal', meaning hardworking or industrious. It has evolved through various forms, including Amal and Amalia. The name carries traits of diligence and creativity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Amalie is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Amalie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amalie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6096th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7165th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7274th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9338th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6516th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4062nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3799th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amalie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amalie"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɑːli/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Amalie is a feminine given name derived from the Germanic name 'Amal', which means 'work' or 'labor'. It is often associated with the elements 'amal' meaning 'work' or 'industrious'.
Meaning
hardworking, industrious
Language Evolution
Amal, Amalia, Amalie
Historical Usage
The name Amalie gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in German-speaking countries, and has remained a classic name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amalia, Amal, Malia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amalie is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with creativity and sophistication.
Famous People
Amalie Dietrich, a notable botanist, Amalie von Schintling, a significant figure in the arts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amalie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Amalie"
"Amalie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6096th of 9107 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7165th of 9204 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7274th of 12526 | 45 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9338th of 19264 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6516th of 27321 | 189 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4062nd of 35406 | 548 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3799th of 30306 | 480 |
Regional Popularity of "Amalie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Amalie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
78.20% 4038th/5164 |
67.97% 4971st/7313 |
49.07% 3662nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
50.78% 3464th/6822 |
55.62% 3491st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amalie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amalie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.