gender neutral
Amelia
work, industrious, striving
About Amelia
Enduringly popular yet never feeling overdone, this name has maintained beloved status for excellent reasons. Its four syllables create a rhythmic, vintage-inspired elegance that appeals to those who appreciate classic beauty with romantic undertones. The name has enjoyed remarkable consistency across decades, speaking to its fundamental appeal and versatility. It offers numerous nickname possibilities—Amy, Mia, Millie, Lia—allowing your daughter flexibility in how she presents herself at different life stages. The literary and historical associations add depth and character, from pioneering aviator Amelia Earhart to various fictional heroines. The name strikes that perfect balance between being well-known enough to avoid constant corrections yet distinctive enough to feel special. Its soft consonants and flowing vowels create a feminine, graceful sound without being overly delicate. The name photographs beautifully, looks elegant in writing, and sounds lovely when spoken aloud. It's a choice that honors tradition while feeling perfectly at home in contemporary settings.
Popularity of the Name Amelia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #96 | ||||
| 1881 | #93 | ||||
| 1882 | #102 | ||||
| 1883 | #97 | ||||
| 1884 | #96 | ||||
| 1885 | #102 | ||||
| 1886 | #101 | ||||
| 1887 | #93 | ||||
| 1888 | #108 | ||||
| 1889 | #110 | ||||
| 1890 | #109 | ||||
| 1891 | #112 | ||||
| 1892 | #118 | ||||
| 1893 | #114 | ||||
| 1894 | #119 | ||||
| 1895 | #125 | ||||
| 1896 | #131 | ||||
| 1897 | #121 | ||||
| 1898 | #140 | ||||
| 1899 | #140 | ||||
| 1900 | #146 | #86 | |||
| 1901 | #140 | #85 | |||
| 1902 | #149 | #86 | |||
| 1903 | #150 | #90 | |||
| 1904 | #153 | #93 | |||
| 1905 | #155 | #117 | |||
| 1906 | #160 | #76 | |||
| 1907 | #163 | #79 | |||
| 1908 | #163 | #82 | |||
| 1909 | #163 | #95 | |||
| 1910 | #163 | #111 | |||
| 1911 | #174 | #116 | |||
| 1912 | #160 | #117 | |||
| 1913 | #161 | #123 | |||
| 1914 | #156 | #137 | |||
| 1915 | #165 | #160 | |||
| 1916 | #167 | #116 | |||
| 1917 | #173 | #153 | |||
| 1918 | #183 | #137 | |||
| 1919 | #181 | #141 | |||
| 1920 | #190 | ||||
| 1921 | #200 | #169 | |||
| 1922 | #195 | ||||
| 1923 | #205 | ||||
| 1924 | #216 | ||||
| 1925 | #216 | ||||
| 1926 | #236 | #184 | |||
| 1927 | #235 | ||||
| 1928 | #227 | ||||
| 1929 | #229 | ||||
| 1930 | #236 | ||||
| 1931 | #248 | ||||
| 1932 | #243 | ||||
| 1933 | #246 | ||||
| 1934 | #264 | ||||
| 1935 | #255 | ||||
| 1936 | #254 | ||||
| 1937 | #245 | ||||
| 1938 | #265 | ||||
| 1939 | #282 | ||||
| 1940 | #279 | ||||
| 1941 | #279 | ||||
| 1942 | #290 | ||||
| 1943 | #292 | ||||
| 1944 | #307 | ||||
| 1945 | #312 | ||||
| 1946 | #318 | ||||
| 1947 | #343 | ||||
| 1948 | #330 | ||||
| 1949 | #320 | ||||
| 1950 | #356 | ||||
| 1951 | #344 | ||||
| 1952 | #349 | ||||
| 1953 | #359 | ||||
| 1954 | #379 | ||||
| 1955 | #382 | ||||
| 1956 | #391 | ||||
| 1957 | #404 | ||||
| 1958 | #427 | ||||
| 1959 | #424 | ||||
| 1960 | #414 | ||||
| 1961 | #407 | ||||
| 1962 | #436 | #298 | |||
| 1963 | #433 | #292 | |||
| 1964 | #438 | #300 | |||
| 1965 | #431 | #326 | |||
| 1966 | #452 | ||||
| 1967 | #445 | ||||
| 1968 | #489 | #272 | |||
| 1969 | #445 | #322 | |||
| 1970 | #445 | #298 | #451 | ||
| 1971 | #432 | #323 | #469 | ||
| 1972 | #458 | #328 | #336 | ||
| 1973 | #436 | #283 | #331 | ||
| 1974 | #399 | #259 | #375 | ||
| 1975 | #387 | #247 | #460 | ||
| 1976 | #394 | #253 | #433 | ||
| 1977 | #362 | #173 | #311 | ||
| 1978 | #339 | #173 | #388 | ||
| 1979 | #337 | #159 | #363 | ||
| 1980 | #316 | #154 | |||
| 1981 | #287 | #131 | |||
| 1982 | #297 | #126 | #400 | ||
| 1983 | #304 | #123 | #401 | ||
| 1984 | #232 | #154 | #416 | ||
| 1985 | #249 | #102 | #386 | ||
| 1986 | #252 | #95 | #334 | ||
| 1987 | #254 | #85 | |||
| 1988 | #232 | #90 | #361 | ||
| 1989 | #216 | #91 | |||
| 1990 | #194 | #83 | #451 | ||
| 1991 | #194 | #94 | #459 | #210 | |
| 1992 | #214 | #70 | #530 | #246 | |
| 1993 | #224 | #60 | #300 | #227 | |
| 1994 | #226 | #63 | #268 | #208 | |
| 1995 | #237 | #67 | #283 | #258 | |
| 1996 | #222 | #79 | #433 | #201 | |
| 1997 | #228 | #59 | #73 | #583 | #203 |
| 1998 | #215 | #50 | #69 | #254 | #195 |
| 1999 | #225 | #40 | #61 | #322 | #197 |
| 2000 | #207 | #39 | #41 | #270 | #136 |
| 2001 | #199 | #35 | #42 | #302 | #142 |
| 2002 | #139 | #26 | #30 | #189 | #93 |
| 2003 | #111 | #24 | #27 | #163 | #74 |
| 2004 | #96 | #22 | #23 | #100 | #65 |
| 2005 | #84 | #16 | #19 | #92 | #63 |
| 2006 | #83 | #17 | #17 | #74 | #57 |
| 2007 | #77 | #12 | #13 | #48 | #53 |
| 2008 | #68 | #9 | #15 | #45 | #49 |
| 2009 | #55 | #9 | #10 | #39 | #39 |
| 2010 | #41 | #7 | #12 | #34 | #24 |
| 2011 | #30 | #3 | #10 | #32 | #20 |
| 2012 | #23 | #1 | #8 | #12 | #19 |
| 2013 | #17 | #1 | #6 | #5 | #16 |
| 2014 | #15 | #1 | #7 | #7 | #13 |
| 2015 | #12 | #1 | #9 | #5 | #9 |
| 2016 | #10 | #2 | #6 | #5 | #8 |
| 2017 | #8 | #2 | #6 | #3 | #7 |
| 2018 | #8 | #2 | #4 | #6 | #4 |
| 2019 | #7 | #2 | #1 | #6 | #4 |
| 2020 | #6 | #2 | #3 | #6 | #4 |
| 2021 | #4 | #2 | #3 | #11 | #4 |
| 2022 | #4 | #2 | #2 | #11 | #4 |
| 2023 | #4 | #2 | #2 | #9 | #4 |
| 2024 | #3 | #2 | #2 | #8 | #4 |
| 2025 | #4 | #3 | #3 | #11 | #5 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Amelia
Names Similar to Amelia
Nicknames for Amelia
- Amy
- Mia
- Mel
- Lia
- Mimi
Famous People Named Amelia
| Amelia Earhart | Pioneering aviator and the first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean |
| Amelia Vega | Dominican actress and the first Dominican woman to be crowned Miss Universe |
| Amelia Lily | British singer and former contestant on The X Factor UK |
| Amelia Warner | English actress and musician known for her roles in movies and TV shows |
| Amelia Boynton Robinson | American civil rights activist who played a significant role in the Selma to Montgomery marches |
| Amelia Heinle | American actress known for her role on the soap opera "The Young and the Restless." |
| Amelia Jackson-Gray | British actress and producer with notable film and TV appearances |
| Amelia Windsor | Member of the British royal family and a fashion model |
| Amelia Kerr | New Zealand cricketer known for her exceptional talent in the sport |
| Amelia Warren Tyagi | American author and businesswoman, and daughter of Senator Elizabeth Warren |
Characters Named Amelia
| Amelia Bedelia | The beloved protagonist of the children's book series, known for her literal interpretations |
| Amelia Pond | Companion of the Eleventh Doctor in the TV show "Doctor Who." |
| Amelia Shepherd | Neurosurgeon in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy." |
| Amelia Sachs | Detective character in several novels by Jeffrey Deaver |
| Amelia Mignonette Thermopolis Renaldi | Main character in "The Princess Diaries" book series and movies |
| Amelia Wren | Balloon pilot in the movie "The Aeronauts." |
| Amelia "Mia" Thermopolis | The main character in "The Princess Diaries" book and movie series |
| Amelia Sedley | A character in William Makepeace Thackeray's novel "Vanity Fair." |
| Amelia Peabody Emerson | Archaeologist and sleuth in Elizabeth Peters' mystery series |
| Amelia Bones | Witch and high-ranking Ministry of Magic official in the "Harry Potter" series |