Ameli

Ameli is a feminine first name that is regarded as a Basque, Croatian, and Hungarian variant of Amelia or Amelie (Amélie).

What does the name Ameli mean?

The first name Ameli is a Basque, Croatian, and Hungarian form of Amelia or Amelie (Amélie). Translated into English, the name means "the Diligent," "the Capable," "the Brave," as well as "the one descended from the Amalers." Its roots lie in Gothic and Old High German, deriving from the Gothic term amals, which means "diligent, capable, brave," or from the Old High German word amal or aml, which describes "hard work, advancement, activity, capability, the Amaler (a tribe of the Ostrogoths)." The syllable "Amal-" in many first names refers to the Ostrogothic ruling family of the Amalers or Amelungen. Other variants include Amely, Amelija, Amelina, Ameliana, Ameline, Amelya, and Amelja, as well as Amalia, Amalie, and Amalija.

Where does the name Ameli come from?

The name Ameli has its origins in Gothic and Old High German and means "the Diligent" or "the Brave." The etymology can be traced back to Old Germanic Old High German and Gothic. The Gothic word amals stands for "diligent, capable, brave," while amal or aml in Old High German means "hard work, advancement, activity, capability, the Amaler." Related terms can also be found in Latin, such as alma, which means "soul," and almus, which denotes "fruitful." The languages in which the name appears are Basque, Croatian, Middle High German, and Hungarian.

How do you pronounce Ameli?

The pronunciation of Ameli is three syllables and gentle. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as "A-me-LI" [ameˈliː], with the last syllable emphasized, providing a clear, bright sound. The open A at the beginning conveys a sense of warmth. The ending with the long I sounds clear and friendly. This makes Ameli appear light, harmonious, modern, gentle, and with clear lines.

When is the name day of Ameli?

The name days for Ameli are July 8 and July 10.

Popularity

In Germany, Ameli is considered a relatively popular first name, currently ranking 1,921st among the most common female baby names. Its best placement was achieved in 2016, reaching 1,184th place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given approximately 220 times, placing it 1,508th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Ameli ranks 1,656th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ameli / Ami

Similar first names

Famous people

• Ameli Koloska (German athlete)
• Ameli Neureuther (German fashion designer)