Holding steady.
Popularity of Armelia since 1900
Babies named Armelia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1927, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Armelia's real moment was 1900.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 77 |
| 1920s | 106 |
| 1930s | 95 |
| 1940s | 67 |
| 1950s | 46 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Armelia is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1900, but never broke into widespread use. Its rank has remained unlisted, indicating it has never been among the top 1,000 names. The name's peak year was 1900, coinciding with its first recorded appearance, and its trajectory has been stable, meaning it has seen very limited and sporadic usage over the decades. Armelia's origin is uncertain, possibly a feminine elaboration of Armel or a variant of Amelia, but no definitive etymology has been established. The name has not been associated with any top states, reflecting its extremely low frequency of use. As a rare and delicate-sounding name, Armelia offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon option with a classic, melodic feel similar to more popular names like Amelia or Cordelia.
Armelia is a rare given name of uncertain origin, possibly a feminine elaboration of the Breton name Armel (derived from ar, meaning 'bear', and mael, meaning 'prince') or a variant of Amelia, which itself comes from the Germanic name Amalia. The name has seen very limited use in the United States, with the earliest recorded occurrence in 1900. It did not achieve widespread popularity and has remained uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Army, Melia, Lee
Sibling names for Armelia
Names that share Armelia's style, for a brother or sister.
