Amelia
«Industrious, hardworking»
The constellation of Amelia · every letter is a star; its height set by its numerology
Meaning of Amelia
«Industrious, hardworking»
Few words, real weight: Amelia is of Germanic origin, and that meaning is its birthright.
Amelia at a glance
Origin: Germanic
Symbolizes: freedom, adventure and wit
Numerology: Expression 5 · Soul 7 · Personality 7
Ruling planet: Mercury (number 5)
Day: Wednesday Color: Green Stone: Emerald
Popularity: #4 in the U.S. (2020–2025)
Numerology & planet
Free, curious and communicative; born for adventure.
About the name Amelia
In numerology, Amelia vibrates with the number 5, the territory of Mercury. Free, curious and adventurous. Summed up in a few words: freedom, adventure and wit.
The personality of Amelia in numerology
Numerology reads Amelia in three keys:
Expression 5 · Mercury: Free, curious and adventurous.
Soul 7 · Neptune: its quiet engine: understanding and truth.
Personality 7 · Neptune: people meeting them sense a presence that is calm and a little mysterious.
The origin of Amelia
Germanic names often convey strength, protection and nobility. Amelia was born in that tradition, and its meaning («Industrious, hardworking») is as alive now as ever. By its number 5, Amelia is linked to the day Wednesday, the color Green, the element Air and the stone Emerald.
How popular is Amelia?
Amelia is holding steady. Between 2020 and 2025, 76,108 girls named Amelia were registered in the U.S., at rank #4, according to the Social Security Administration.
Higher = more chosen (U.S. top 200)
Its position has barely moved since last decade (rank #12): the stability of a name that doesn't depend on trends.
It entered the top 200 in the 2000s and hasn't left since.
Source: Social Security Administration (U.S.), official records by decade, as of 2026.
Is Amelia a good name for your baby?
If Amelia already caught your eye, give it the test: say it with your last name and listen to how it flows. Its meaning («Industrious, hardworking») does half the work; the sound does the rest. Torn between two? Compare their compatibility on Astra.
Nicknames
Common affectionate short forms: Amy, Millie.
Compatibility
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amelia mean?
Amelia means «Industrious, hardworking.» It is a name of Germanic origin.
What is the numerology of Amelia?
Its number is 5, ruled by Mercury: Free, curious and communicative; born for adventure.
Is Amelia a boy or girl name?
Amelia is used as a girl's name.