Rising since 1996, #3,975 for girls today.
Popularity of Amely since 1994
Babies named Amely per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 148 |
| 2010s | 131 |
| 2020s | 113 |
Meaning & origin
Amely is a modern respelling of Amelia that first appeared in U.S. records in 1994. As of 2025, it ranked 3,975, with about 1 in 44,646 baby girls receiving the name, placing it among more uncommon choices. Its peak year so far was also 2025, and its trajectory has been consistently rising since 1996, reflecting a slow but steady increase in use. The largest number of births occurred in Texas, the top state for the name. Amely fits a broader naming trend of abbreviating or altering classic names to create fresh, yet familiar, options.
Amely is a modern spelling variant of Amelia, which ultimately derives from the Germanic name Amalia, meaning 'work'. The name Amelia became popular in the 18th century, and Amely emerged as a streamlined, phonetic spelling in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend toward simplified or unique name forms.
Where Amely is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amy, Lee, Mel, Ame
Sibling names for Amely
Names that share Amely's style, for a brother or sister.
