Amélie

French variation of Amelia

"work"

Amélie Origin and Meaning

The name Amélie is a girl's name of French origin meaning "work".

French favorite gaining notice here thanks to the charming film of that name. Although to the English-speaking ear it sounds more like Emily than Amelia, it derives from the latter which has a different origin and meaning.

Popularity of the name Amélie

• 1790 Nameberry 2025
• 41 Belgium 2023
• 68 Switzerland 2023

20 Names Similar to Amélie

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Famous People Named Amélie

• Amélie Mauresmo French former world championship winning professional tennis player Amélie Nothomb , Belgian writer, won several prizes

The name Amélie in Pop Culture

• Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain movie