Find out how popular the first name Ameli has been for the last 22 years (from 2003 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ameli by gender

Based on the last 22 years of data, Ameli is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 30 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ameli.

The history of the first name Ameli

The name Ameli is a variant of the German name Amalie, which derives from the Germanic name Amal, meaning "work" or "labor." The name Amalie can be traced back to the Medieval period, with records showing its use as early as the 12th century in Germany.

The name Amalie gained popularity in the 16th and 17th centuries among the German nobility and royalty. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Princess Amalie of Saxony (1516-1591), the daughter of Duke George of Saxony. Another notable figure was Princess Amalie of Solms-Braunfels (1602-1675), who served as the regent of Orange-Nassau during the minority of her grandson, William III of Orange.

In the 18th century, the name Amalie gained prominence across Europe. One of the most famous bearers was Queen Amalie of Greece (1818-1875), a Bavarian princess who became the first Queen of Greece after marrying King Otto I in 1836. Another notable figure was Amalie Zephyrine of Salm-Kyrburg (1760-1805), a German princess and noble author.

The 19th century saw the name Amalie continue to be popular, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. One of the most famous bearers was Amalie Emmy Noether (1882-1935), a German mathematician who made groundbreaking contributions to abstract algebra and theoretical physics. Another notable figure was Amalie Dietrich (1821-1891), a German naturalist and explorer who traveled extensively in Australia and New Guinea.

In the 20th century, the name Amalie became less common, but it still had notable bearers. One was Amalie Malú Abram (1906-1991), a Danish actress and singer who achieved fame in Germany during the 1930s and 1940s. Another was Amalie Skram (1846-1905), a Norwegian writer and pioneer of modern Norwegian literature.

While the name Amali is not as widely used today, it continues to be a popular choice in some regions, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia, where it has a rich historical significance and cultural resonance.

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