Amelie
Meaning: Industrious, striving
Origin: French/Germanic
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #292
Total births: 795
History: Amelie surged in the 2010s, influenced by the beloved French film. The whimsical character appeals to Australian parents. Amelie represents French cultural influence on Australian naming.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2016) | #100 |
| Babies named Amelie in 2016 | 72 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 795 |
| Peak year | 2008 (103 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #68 |
| Years in records | 2007–2016 (9 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 14 spots |
Frequently asked about Amelie
What does the name Amelie mean?
Amelie means “Industrious, striving” from French/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Amelie?
Amelie has French/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Industrious, striving”.
How popular is Amelie in Australia?
Amelie ranked #100 in Australia in 2016 — given to 72 babies that year.
When was Amelie most popular?
Amelie peaked in 2008 with 103 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Amelie a boy or girl name?
Amelie is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Amelies in registered births are female.
Is the name Amelie rising or falling in popularity?
Amelie has fallen 14 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #86 in 2011 to #100 in 2016.
How long has Amelie been recorded in Australia?
Amelie appears in birth records in Australia across 9 years — from 2007 through 2016.