# What Does the Name Amelia Mean?

Amelia is a girl name of German origin. It means “work”.

**Origin:** German

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** uh-MEEL-yuh

The name Amelia comes from German roots, where it carries the meaning “work”. It is pronounced uh-MEEL-yuh.

Is Amelia a boy or girl name? Amelia is traditionally used as a girl name.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Amelia?

Amelia means “work”. It is a name of German origin.

### What origin is the name Amelia?

Amelia is of German origin.

### Is Amelia a boy or girl name?

Amelia is traditionally a girl name.