Amelda
Girl nameAmelda has been given to 198 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1942.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
198
Peak year
1942 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Amelda — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Amelda.
Sibling name ideas for Amelda
Same era and popularity as Amelda, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Amelda?
Amelda has been given to 198 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Amelda peak?
Amelda peaked in 1942, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Amelda a girl or boy name?
Amelda is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Amelda are girls).
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