Amel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Amel has Arabic origins, meaning 'hope' or 'aspiration.' It has evolved from its root form, Amal, into its current usage. The name is often associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions. There is no direct biblical relevance connected to the name.

The name Amel is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Amel has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Amel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2755th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4076th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5937th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5670th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7029th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12556th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8280th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7785th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amel"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɑːmɛl/

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Origin

Arabic

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Etymology

The name Amel is derived from the Arabic word 'amal,' which means 'hope' or 'aspiration.'

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Meaning

hope, aspiration

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Language Evolution

Amal, Amel

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Historical Usage

The name Amel gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries, as a symbol of hope and positivity.

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Variants & Derivatives

Amal, Amelle

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, the name Amel is viewed positively, often associated with aspirations and optimism.

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Famous People

Amel Bent, a French singer, Amel Larrieux, an American singer-songwriter

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amel"

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 "Amel"

"Amel" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2755th of 7545 144
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 4076th of 6773 53
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5937th of 7552 17
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 10718th of 10718 5
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 8705th of 16616 47
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 5670th of 24088 218
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 7029th of 23106 137
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 13742nd of 19264 18
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 12556th of 27321 61
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 8280th of 35406 210
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 7785th of 30306 171

Regional Popularity of "Amel" 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)
- 71.90%
3713th/5164
- -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 66.11%
4510th/6822
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Regional Popularity of "Amel" 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)
- 86.77%
4481st/5164
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 78.18%
3508th/4487
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State-by-State Popularity of "Amel"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Amel" 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.