Declining since 2018, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Amellia since 1979
Babies named Amellia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 46 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 182 |
| 2010s | 369 |
| 2020s | 193 |
Meaning & origin
Amellia is a modern respelling of the classic name Amelia, first recorded in U.S. data in 1979. Its popularity peaked in 2017, and it has been in decline since 2018. As of 2025, it ranks 4546th, with about 1 in 53,576 newborn girls given the name. The variant is most commonly found in California, reflecting a broader trend toward unique spellings of traditional names. While Amellia has not reached the heights of the original Amelia, it offers a fresh take for parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet distinct.
Amellia is a contemporary variant of Amelia, a name of Germanic origin derived from the root *amal- meaning 'work'. The name entered English usage in the 18th century and gained popularity through figures like Amelia Earhart. The respelling with a double 'l' and 'ia' ending emerged in the late 20th century as a distinctive form.
Where Amellia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amy, Mia, Melly, Lia
Sibling names for Amellia
Names that share Amellia's style, for a brother or sister.
