Amaliyah
ah-mah-LEE-yah
Amaliyah is a girl’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “Amaliyah is a modern name possibly derived from Amelia or Amalia, of Germanic origin, meaning 'work' or 'striving'. It can also be linked to the Hebrew name Amaliah, meaning 'God has labored'.”. It currently ranks #13538 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Amaliyah Means
“Amaliyah is a modern name possibly derived from Amelia or Amalia, of Germanic origin, meaning 'work' or 'striving'. It can also be linked to the Hebrew name Amaliah, meaning 'God has labored'.”
The Story of Amaliyah
A modern echo of ancient endeavor, this name speaks of purpose woven with divine grace.
Amaliyah is a contemporary name, likely a modern respelling of Amalia or Amelia, stemming from the Germanic 'amal' meaning 'work' or 'striving'. It can also be seen as echoing Hebrew names that end in '-yah', suggesting divine action or labor.
For your child, Amaliyah signifies a determined spirit, one who is hardworking and ambitious, yet also touched by a gentle, kind influence. You imagine her finding fulfillment in her pursuits, driven by both inner resolve and a compassionate heart.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 2021
Total Births
32
First Recorded
2017
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Meaning
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Meaning
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Meaning
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