Amalia
Amalia is a girl name of Germanic origin meaning “Work, industrious”, pronounced ah-MAH-lee-ah. It ranked #566 in the United States in 2025, given to 530 babies, and peaked at #486 in 1885. Common nicknames: Amy, Mali, Lia.
How popular is Amalia in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Amalia mean, and where does it come from?
Amalia grows from the Germanic root amal, "work" or "effort," the same root behind Amelia and the old dynastic name of the Amali, the ruling family of the Ostrogoths. European courts kept it in circulation for centuries, and it is still a royal name: the heir to the Dutch throne is Catharina-Amalia. Outside palaces it belongs to Greece, Italy, Romania, Germany and the Spanish-speaking world in almost identical form, which makes it one of the rare names that needs no translation as it crosses borders. Portuguese speakers hear something else in it entirely — Amália Rodrigues, the voice of fado.
How is Amalia used around the world?
Amalia is used in 7 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Amalia?
Famous People Named Amalia
- Amália Rodrigues — Portuguese singer, the defining voice of fado
- Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange — heir apparent to the Dutch throne
- Amalia Ulman — Argentine-born artist known for her internet performance work
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Amalia mean?
Amalia is a girl name of Germanic origin meaning "Work, industrious." Amalia grows from the Germanic root amal, "work" or "effort," the same root behind Amelia and the old dynastic name of the Amali, the ruling family of the Ostrogoths. European courts kept it in circulation for centuries, and it is still a royal name: the heir to the Dutch throne is Catharina-Amalia.
How do you pronounce Amalia?
Amalia is pronounced ah-MAH-lee-ah. Common variations include Amelia, Amalie, Amália.
Is Amalia a girl name?
Yes, Amalia is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Amy, Mali, Lia, Mila.