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First name Amalia - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
8. July
Meaning
The female first name Amalia comes from Latin and means "the brave" or "the capable". It is a variant of the name Amalie and has its origins in the Germanic name Amal, which means "work" or "activity". Amalia is especially popular in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries, but is also widespread in Germany and other European countries. The name has a long history and was already worn by nobles and queens in the Middle Ages. Nowadays, Amalia is often chosen as an elegant and melodious name for girls.
Famous people with the first name Amalia
- Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange (Person)
- Amalia Williamson (Person)
- Maria Amalia of Naples and Sicily (Person)
- Maria Amalia, Duchess of Parma (Person)
- Amalia Fuentes (Person)
- Amalia of Cleves (Writer)