Amelija
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Amelija: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2020.
Amelija is a graceful spelling variant of Amelia, rooted in the Germanic name Amalia, which derives from *amal* meaning “work” and, by extension, “industrious” or “striving.” While the better-known Amelia Earhart, the pioneering aviator, popularised the classic form, Amelija is particularly favoured in Baltic and Slavic countries, where the “j” gives it a soft, melodic twist. The name’s etymological cousin, Emilia, shares the same root and is equally widespread. In Scotland, Amelija remains a relatively rare choice, but its gentle
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20203 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7653 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2020
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y