Amelia facts for kids
Amelia is a popular female name. It comes from the old Germanic word amal, which means "work". The name also means "industrious" (meaning hardworking) and "fertile" (meaning able to produce). The French version of the name is Amelie. Other names related to Amelia are Amy and Millie.
Many famous people and even princesses have been named Amelia. One well-known person is Amelia Earhart, a brave pilot. Another is the actress Minnie Driver, whose birth name was Amelia.
In 1978, a big weather event called Tropical Storm Amelia caused a lot of flooding in Texas.
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Famous People Named Amelia
Many important people throughout history and today share the name Amelia.
Princesses Named Amelia
- Princess Amelia of Great Britain (1711–1786): She was a daughter of King George II of Great Britain.
- Princess Amelia of the United Kingdom (1783–1810): She was a daughter of King George III of the United Kingdom.
Other Notable Amelias
- Amelia Bullmore (born 1964): An English actress and writer.
Places Named Amelia
The name Amelia is also used for many places around the world.
Towns and Villages
- Amelia, Umbria: A historic town in Italy.
- Amelia, Louisiana: A community in the United States.
- Amelia, Ohio: A village in Clermont County, Ohio.
Counties and Islands
- Amelia County, Virginia: A county in the United States.
- Amelia Island: An island off the coast of Florida, known for its beaches.
Amelia in Media
The name Amelia has appeared in movies and books.
Movies
- Amelia (film): A movie from 2009 about the life of the famous pilot Amelia Earhart.
Books
- Amelia Bedelia: A popular series of children's books in the United States about a funny housekeeper who takes everything literally.
See also
In Spanish: Amelia para niños
