Find out how popular the first name Ameilya has been for the last 16 years (from 2006 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ameilya by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Ameilya is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ameilya.

The history of the first name Ameilya

The name Ameilya is a variant spelling of the feminine given name Amelia, which has its origins in the Germanic languages. It is derived from the ancient Germanic root "amal," meaning "work" or "labor." The name is believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages in various parts of Europe.

In its earliest form, the name was spelled "Amalia" or "Amaliya" and was particularly popular among nobility and royalty. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the 12th century, when it was borne by a princess of the Holy Roman Empire, Amalia of Lecco.

The name Amelia gained wider popularity in the Renaissance period, particularly in Italy and Spain. It was often associated with the Latin word "amoenus," meaning "pleasant" or "delightful." Some notable historical figures who bore the name include Saint Amelia, a 5th-century Christian martyr, and Amelia of Saxony, a 16th-century German noblewoman.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the name became more widespread across Europe and was adopted by various aristocratic families. One of the most famous bearers of the name was Princess Amelia of Great Britain, the second daughter of King George II, who lived from 1711 to 1786.

In the 19th century, the name gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries. Notable Americans named Amelia include Amelia Bloomer, a 19th-century women's rights activist and pioneer of the eponymous "bloomer" dress, and Amelia Earhart, the legendary aviator who became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932.

Other historical figures with the name Amelia include Amelia Opie, an English author and illustrator from the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and Amelia Griffiths, a 19th-century British actress and playwright.

While the variant spelling "Ameilya" is less common, it reflects the diverse linguistic and cultural influences that have shaped the name over time. The name Ameilya carries a rich history and has been borne by remarkable individuals across various fields and eras.

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