Amelia (given name)
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Amelia is a feminine given name. Its English form was likely influenced by the names Amalia, derived from the German word amal meaning work, and Emilia, which is derived from the name of the Roman Aemilia gens. The name of the gens is likely derived from the Latin word aemulus, meaning rival. The name Amelia has been associated with both names as well as with the name Emily, also derived from Emilia.[1]
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Pronunciation | /əˈmiːliə/ ə-MEE-lee-ə |
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Gender | Female |
Language(s) | English, German, Latin |
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Meaning | German word amal meaning work and Latin aemulus, meaning rival |
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Nickname(s) | Amy, Melly, Lili , Malia, Mila, Mel, Lia, Mia, Millie, Mimi, Emma, Minnie, Ellie |
See also | Amalia, Amelie, Amélie, Amy, Lia, Emma |
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