Amalia

Q: What is the origin of Amalia?

Amalia is of Germanic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Amalia a girl name?

Amalia is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Work; Industrious"

A European name with Germanic roots for work, it has been borne by nobility and persists across many languages.

Themes:workindustriousroyalgermanic

Royal Regal

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Amalia

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#552Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

#552

Amalia was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

-24

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Amalia Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Amalia.

9 ideas

Ama

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Mali

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Lia

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amal

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alia

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amay

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aliy

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liay

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Baby Name Lists That Include Amalia

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Amalia mean?

Amalia means "Work; Industrious". A European name with Germanic roots for work, it has been borne by nobility and persists across many languages.

What is the origin of Amalia?

Amalia is of Germanic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Amalia?

According to the latest SSA data, Amalia is currently ranked #552 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Amalia a girl name?

Amalia is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Amalia?

Popular nicknames for Amalia include Ama, Mali, Lia, amal, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Amalia?

There are many names similar to Amalia in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGermanic, Latin

Syllables4

Length6 letters

US Rank#552

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Albert Alberto Alfredo Alfonso Aldo

Sisters

Allie Adalee Billie Carly Charli

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