Amelia Rettig

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Amelia Rettig — Latin
81K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Amelia Rettig 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 Rettig: Alvin Rettig (born 1963), American arena football player Charles P. Rettig (born 1956), American attorney and Commissioner of Internal Revenue Chase Rettig (born 1991), American football player Haviv Rettig, Israeli-American journalist James R. 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: Rettig

English

Alvin Rettig (born 1963), American arena football player Charles P. Rettig (born 1956), American attorney and Commissioner of Internal Revenue Chase Rettig (born 1991), American football player Haviv Rettig, Israeli-American journalist James R.

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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 Rettig

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 Rettig:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Rettig?
The surname Rettig originates from English. Alvin Rettig (born 1963), American arena football player Charles P. Rettig (born 1956), American attorney and Commissioner of Internal Revenue Chase Rettig (born 1991), American football player Haviv Rettig, Israeli-American journalist James R.
What are the origins of the name Amelia Rettig?
The name Amelia Rettig combines two different traditions: the first name Amelia has Latin roots, while the surname Rettig originates from English.
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