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Amelia
Meaning: Work, industrious
About Amelia
Amelia is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Work, industrious,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Mia, Emilia. Indicative pronunciation: uh-MEE-lee-a. Popular note: Rising in English-speaking countries. When considering Amelia, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Germanic
Variants
Mia, Emilia
Pronunciation
uh-MEE-lee-a
Popularity note
Rising in English-speaking countries
FAQ — Amelia
What does the name Amelia mean?
Short meaning: Work, industrious. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Amelia?
Most associated origin: Germanic.
Are there variants of Amelia?
Related forms: Mia, Emilia.