Holding steady.
Popularity of Amelda since 1916
Babies named Amelda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1942, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Amelda's real moment was 1931.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 23 |
| 1920s | 59 |
| 1930s | 45 |
| 1940s | 39 |
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Amelda is a rare feminine name that saw modest use in the early 20th century, with its peak year in 1931. Despite its low profile, it offers a melodic and distinctive option. The name has not ranked in the top 1000 in recent decades, and its trajectory has been stable over time. While no U.S. state data is available due to its rarity, Amelda remains a choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with Germanic roots.
Amelda is likely derived from the Germanic elements 'amal' meaning 'work' or 'labor' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'strength,' making it a variant of Amalda. It may also be a feminine form of the Latinized name Amelio. The name has seen sporadic use in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mel, Elda, Amy
Sibling names for Amelda
Names that share Amelda's style, for a brother or sister.
