Declining since 2010, #3,903 for girls today.
Popularity of Amalie since 1883
Babies named Amalie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2011, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Amalie's real moment was 1883.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 26 |
| 1890s | 31 |
| 1900s | 13 |
| 1910s | 12 |
| 1920s | 15 |
| 1930s | 11 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 14 |
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 54 |
| 1980s | 88 |
| 1990s | 142 |
| 2000s | 357 |
| 2010s | 449 |
| 2020s | 218 |
Meaning & origin
Amalie is a rare name in the United States, with its earliest recorded use in 1883, when it also reached its peak rank of 3,903rd. In the latest year, 2025, it remains rare, given to approximately 1 in 43,440 newborns. The name has been declining in usage since 2010. Although relatively uncommon nationwide, Amalie shows some regional preference, appearing most frequently in Texas. Its German and Latin origins give it a solid historical foundation, and it remains a distinctive choice for those seeking a classic but uncommon name.
Amalie is a German and Scandinavian form of the Germanic name Amala, meaning 'work' or 'industrious'. It is also closely related to Amelia, derived from the Latin 'Aemilia', meaning 'rival'. The name has been used in German-speaking countries since the Middle Ages and was favored by royalty, such as Princess Amalie of Saxony.
Where Amalie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mali, Amie, Molly
Sibling names for Amalie
Names that share Amalie's style, for a brother or sister.
