Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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
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
Girl Name Trend
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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
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
91.29% 2148th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
56.82% 4155th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
14.76% 209th/1416 |
9.28% 128th/1379 |
10.69% 253rd/2366 |
13.13% 150th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.93% 370th/1546 |
13.69% 213th/1556 |
11.60% 273rd/2353 |
14.16% 219th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
24.20% 539th/2227 |
15.23% 370th/2430 |
11.43% 326th/2853 |
15.17% 421st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
16.31% 479th/2937 |
14.30% 498th/3483 |
10.35% 364th/3518 |
9.37% 379th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.57% 242nd/3685 |
5.39% 241st/4475 |
4.35% 226th/5194 |
4.02% 254th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
1.66% 76th/4582 |
1.47% 76th/5164 |
1.37% 100th/7313 |
1.50% 112th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
0.15% 6th/3984 |
0.18% 8th/4487 |
0.10% 7th/6822 |
0.18% 11th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Alaska across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, usage has been too rising for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5314th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4121st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd 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 9270th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13297th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8427th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 194th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 267th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 401st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 417th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 248th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 90th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.