Amelia Pederson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Amelia Pederson — Latin
81K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Amelia Pederson is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Amelia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Amelia is a feminine given name. Its English form was likely influenced by the names Amalia, derived from the Germanic root amal, with meanings "vigorous, active, work", and Emilia, derived from the name of the Roman Aemilia gens. The name of the gens is likely derived from the Latin word aemulus, meaning rival. The name Amelia has been associated with both names. The name has been popular in the Anglosphere and throughout Europe in the 21st century, as well as in other countries. The surname Pederson: Pederson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Peder". People with the surname Pederson Barry Pederson, Canadian retired player from National Hockey League Denis Pederson, Canadian player with the Eisbaren Berlin of the Deutsche Eishockey-Liga; former player National Hockey League Don Pederson, state senator, Nebraska Legislature Donald Pederson, American electrical engineer and one of the designers of SPICE Doug Pederson, American former football quarterback in the NFL Duane Pederson, coined the terms Jesus People and Jesus Movement Duane C. Amelia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 81K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Amelia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Amelia

Latin

Amelia is a feminine given name. Its English form was likely influenced by the names Amalia, derived from the Germanic root amal, with meanings "vigorous, active, work", and Emilia, derived from the name of the Roman Aemilia gens. The name of the gens is likely derived from the Latin word aemulus, meaning rival. The name Amelia has been associated with both names. The name has been popular in the Anglosphere and throughout Europe in the 21st century, as well as in other countries.

Surname: Pederson

English

Pederson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Peder". People with the surname Pederson Barry Pederson, Canadian retired player from National Hockey League Denis Pederson, Canadian player with the Eisbaren Berlin of the Deutsche Eishockey-Liga; former player National Hockey League Don Pederson, state senator, Nebraska Legislature Donald Pederson, American electrical engineer and one of the designers of SPICE Doug Pederson, American former football quarterback in the NFL Duane Pederson, coined the terms Jesus People and Jesus Movement Duane C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Amelia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Amelia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Amelia Pederson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Amelia Pederson:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Amelia?
The first name Amelia originates from Latin. Amelia is a feminine given name. Its English form was likely influenced by the names Amalia, derived from the Germanic root amal, with meanings "vigorous, active, work", and Emilia, derived from the name of the Roman Aemilia gens. The name of the gens is likely derived from the Latin word aemulus, meaning rival. The name Amelia has been associated with both names. The name has been popular in the Anglosphere and throughout Europe in the 21st century, as well as in other countries.
When was Amelia most popular?
The name Amelia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Pederson?
The surname Pederson originates from English. Pederson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Peder". People with the surname Pederson Barry Pederson, Canadian retired player from National Hockey League Denis Pederson, Canadian player with the Eisbaren Berlin of the Deutsche Eishockey-Liga; former player National Hockey League Don Pederson, state senator, Nebraska Legislature Donald Pederson, American electrical engineer and one of the designers of SPICE Doug Pederson, American former football quarterback in the NFL Duane Pederson, coined the terms Jesus People and Jesus Movement Duane C.
What are the origins of the name Amelia Pederson?
The name Amelia Pederson combines two different traditions: the first name Amelia has Latin roots, while the surname Pederson originates from English.
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