Girl · 8th of 30,306
Amelia
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
268,612
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2021
Peak Popularity Year
13,040
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Amelia stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Amelia has its roots in both Latin and Germanic languages, meaning 'rival' and 'industrious'. It evolved from Aemilia in Latin and Amal in Germanic to its modern form, Amelia. The name is associated with traits of elegance and strength, and it has no specific biblical relevance. Amelia gained popularity in the 18th century and continues to be a favored name today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈmiːliə/
Origin
Latin and Germanic
Etymology
The name Amelia derives from the Latin 'Aemilia', which is a feminine form of the Roman family name 'Aemilius', meaning 'rival'. It is also associated with the Germanic root 'amal', meaning 'work' or 'industrious'.
Meaning
rival, industrious
Language Evolution
Aemilia (Latin), Amal (Germanic), Amelia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Amelia gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly in England, and has remained a fashionable name since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Emilia, Amelie, Millie, Mia
Modern Popularity & Image
Amelia is currently perceived as a classic yet modern name, associated with qualities such as elegance and strength. It remains very popular in various English-speaking countries.
Famous People
Amelia Earhart, the famous aviator, Amelia Warner, the British actress and composer, Amelia Pond, a fictional character from the TV series Doctor Who
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 13,040 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 9 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5314th of 7545 | 25 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4121st of 6773 | 51 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9270th of 16616 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13297th of 24088 | 44 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8427th of 23106 | 102 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 194th of 9107 | 19,443 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 267th of 9204 | 10,485 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 401st of 12526 | 10,041 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 417th of 19264 | 8,301 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 248th of 27321 | 18,368 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 90th of 35406 | 56,536 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8th of 30306 | 138,080 |