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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Vigorous, active (same Germanic root as Amelia)
- Origin
- French (from Germanic)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ah-may-LEE
Amelie (ah-may-LEE) is a French name with Germanic roots, meaning "vigorous, active" and sharing that root with Amelia. It has a romantic, storybook, worldly feel while still sounding modern, a good fit if you want something familiar in shape but a little more continental.
Meaning & Origin of Amelie
Meaning: Vigorous, active (same Germanic root as Amelia).
Origin: French (from Germanic).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Amelie
ah-may-LEEIPA /ɑːmeɪˈliː/
Popularity of Amelie
Amelie ranked #711 in the U.S. in 2024, with 394 babies given the name. Its peak came in 2013 at #603 with 466 babies, so it has slipped a little since then but remains a name you'll meet only occasionally.
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FAQ
What does the name Amelie mean?
Vigorous, active (same Germanic root as Amelia). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Amelie?
Amelie is pronounced ah-may-LEE (IPA: /ɑːmeɪˈliː/).
Is Amelie a popular name right now?
Amelie peaked at #603 in 2013 and is ranked #711 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2024.)
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