Amelya
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- Amelya
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The first name Amelya (also spelled Amélya) is a French variant of Amelia and has its roots in the old Middle High German name Amalia. Translated into German, this name means 'the diligent', 'the brave', as well as 'the one descended from the Amalers'.
What does the name Amelya mean?
Amelya (Amélya) is a feminine name regarded as a French form of Amelia and derived from the old Middle High German name Amalia. In the German translation, the name carries the meanings 'the diligent', 'the brave', and 'the one coming from the lineage of the Amalers'. The roots of the name go back to Gothic and Old High German, where the Gothic word 'amals' means 'diligent, capable, brave' and the Old High German term 'amal' or 'aml' refers to 'hard work, advancement, activity, diligence, the Amaler'. The syllable 'Amal-' appears in many first names and refers to the Ostrogothic ruling family of the Amalers or Amelungen. Other variants include Amely, Ameli, Amelie, Amelija, Amelina, Ameliana, Ameline, Amelja, Amella, Amelle, Ameleya, Amelli, and Amellie, as well as Amalie and Amalija.
Where does the name Amelya come from?
The origin of the name Amelya is of Old High German and Gothic nature, with the meaning 'the diligent' or 'the brave'. In Old High German and Gothic, the terms 'amals' for diligent, capable, brave or 'amal' or 'aml' for hard work, advancement, activity, diligence, as well as the Amaler are found. Latin origins such as 'alma' for soul or 'almus' for fruitful are also worth mentioning. The name is particularly common in the French language.
How do you pronounce Amelya?
The pronunciation of Amelya is soft and flowing, consisting of three to four syllables, and is pronounced as 'A-me-lya' [aˈmeːlja]. The name begins openly and has a clearly stressed middle syllable. The transition to the 'j' before the open 'a' creates a gentle sound, making Amelya feminine and melodic – harmonious in rhythm and warm in tone.
When is the name day of Amelya?
The name days for Amelya are celebrated on July 8 and July 10.
Popularity
In Germany, Amelya is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2020 when it reached 1,288th place. Over the last ten years, Amelya has been given as a first name about 140 times, placing it at 1,998th in the corresponding ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,136th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ami / Lia
Similar first names
Frequently asked questions about the name Amelya
What is the origin of the name Amelya?
Amelya has Old High German and Gothic roots. The name is derived from Amalia and means 'the diligent' or 'the brave'.
What does the name Amelya mean?
The meaning of Amelya encompasses aspects such as 'diligent', 'capable', and 'brave'. It also refers to the Ostrogothic ruling family of the Amalers.
How popular is the name Amelya?
Amelya is gaining popularity in some regions, especially in France, where it is seen as a modern variant of Amelia.