Amelia

Often placed in a Germanic naming tradition; some references associate it with ideas like work or effort.

Amelia is a feminine given name that’s familiar in many English-speaking contexts and recognizable internationally. For meaning and origin, Amelia is often discussed in relation to older Germanic elements and related forms such as Amalia; some sources mention associations with work/effort, but presentations vary, so it’s best treated as a commonly cited association rather than a single definitive claim. Pronunciation in English is typically uh-MEEL-yuh. It has easy shortenings like Amy, and related forms like Amelie may be treated as distinct names in some places.

Etymology: Amelia is commonly linked to older Germanic naming elements and discussed alongside related historical forms such as Amalia; sources vary on exact pathways, so cautious wording is common.