Spelling Variants
Amalia vs Amelia: Which Spelling?
Amalia and Amelia are the same name with different spellings; Amelia is a variant of Amalia.
Global Rank #65
Amalia
Origin: Hebrew
Amalia derives from the Germanic element "amal," meaning "work" or "industrious," combined with the suffix "-ia," making it mean "industrious" or "hardworking." The name has been used across Germanic, Scandinavian,…
Global Rank #2
Amelia
Origin: English
Amelia derives from the Germanic name Amalia, which comes from the root "amal" meaning "work" or "industrious," combined with a feminine suffix.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Amelia currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.