Amelia
Meaning: Work; industrious and fertile
Origin: Old Germanic Amal — from the Visigothic Amali dynasty; related to Amalia
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #31
Total births: 12,105
History: Amelia surged in the 2010s as vintage names came roaring back in Australia. Amelia Earhart's adventurous spirit resonates with Australian parents who value independence. In a country founded on adventure and exploration, Amelia fits perfectly.
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| Current rank (2025) | #2 |
| Babies named Amelia in 2025 | 364 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 12,105 |
| Peak year | 2013 (547 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1 |
| Years in records | 1985–2025 (39 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Amelia
What does the name Amelia mean?
Amelia means “Work; industrious and fertile” from Old Germanic Amal — from the Visigothic Amali dynasty; related to Amalia roots.
What is the origin of the name Amelia?
Amelia has Old Germanic Amal — from the Visigothic Amali dynasty; related to Amalia origin. The traditional meaning is “Work; industrious and fertile”.
How popular is Amelia in Australia?
Amelia ranked #2 in Australia in 2025 — given to 364 babies that year.
When was Amelia most popular?
Amelia peaked in 2013 with 547 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Amelia a boy or girl name?
Amelia is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Amelias in registered births are female.
How long has Amelia been recorded in Australia?
Amelia appears in birth records in Australia across 39 years — from 1985 through 2025.