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Amillya

ah-MIL-yah · of uncertain origin; possibly a modern variant of Amelia, meaning "work" or a blend with Emily

Peak popularity
2015
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2015

Declining since 2015.

Popularity of Amillya since 2005

Babies named Amillya per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481220102020Most births 2015Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s25
2010s71
2020s12

Meaning & origin

Amillya is a modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2005, reflecting a trend of creative respellings of traditional names. It has never cracked the top 1000, and its popularity peaked in 2015, after which usage has declined steadily. The name likely blends the sounds of Amelia and Emily, both well-established classics. While it remains rare and is not associated with any particular region or culture, Amillya appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, feminine-sounding name with familiar roots.

Amillya is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005. It is likely a creative respelling or blend of the established names Amelia and Emily. Amelia derives from the Germanic root *amal* meaning "work," while Emily traces to the Latin *aemulus* meaning "rival." The name has seen modest use in the 2010s, with a peak in 2015, but remains rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Amy, Milly, Lia

Variants: Amilia, Amelya, Emillya

Sibling names for Amillya

Names that share Amillya's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aria, Ella, Lydia, Nora, Vivian

Brothers: Caleb, Ethan, Lucas, Owen, Samuel

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Amillya mean?
The meaning of Amillya is uncertain. It is likely a modern variation of Amelia, which means "work," or a blend of Amelia and Emily.
How popular is Amillya currently?
Amillya is very rare and does not appear in the top 1000 U.S. rankings in recent years. It peaked in popularity in 2015.
Is Amillya a boy or girl name?
Amillya is almost exclusively used for girls.