Amelie

Name:

Amelie

Pronounced: ah-muh-lee

Variations: Amelia, Amalia, Amalie, Emilia

Origin:

French, Germanic

Meaning:

The name Amelie is a French variation of the Germanic name Amalia, which means "work." The name may also be related to the Latin name Aemilia, meaning "rival."

Popularity:

Amelie is most popular in France and other French-speaking countries, but has also seen some usage in the United States and Canada.

Did you know?

The name Amelie became more well-known outside of France after the release of the 2001 film "Amélie," which starred Audrey Tautou as the titular character. Additionally, the name has been used in several works of literature, including the novel "Amelia" by Henry Fielding.

Famous namesakes:

Amelie Mauresmo is a retired French tennis player who won two Grand Slam titles, while Amelie Nothomb is a Belgian writer known for her novels and essays.

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