Amela

“hope” — Associated with qualities of kindness and optimism

Bosnia and Herzegovina origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8085US 2023

13Births / yr

↓Falling

387All-time births

📅 Since 198300

How to pronounce Amela

AM·EL·uh

/ˈæm.ˈɛl.ə/ · stress on AM · 4 syllables

“hope”

Associated with qualities of kindness and optimism · Bosnia and Herzegovina origin

What does Amela mean and where does it come from?

Amela is a feminine name popular in the Balkan region, particularly in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia. In Turkish, it means 'hope', reflecting positive connotations. The name is recognized for its pleasant sound and is often associated with qualities of kindness and optimism. Its first recorded

Cultural significance

Amela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Bosnia and Herzegovina-speaking communities, where it reflects values of turkish.

Peak popularity

Reached #5708 in 2020 — currently #8085 in the US.

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How else can you spell Amela?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Amella

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Amela?

Amela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Amela Grace

How popular is Amela right now?

Falling — down 2087 spots — currently #8085 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#8085 · Top 6.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8085	13	▼ down 2087 · -35% births
2022	#5998	20	▲ up 189 · +5% births
2021	#6187	19	▼ down 479 · -10% births
2020	#5708	21	▲ up 1111 · +17% births
2015	#6819	18	▲ up 2105 · +38% births
2010	#8924	13	▲ up 2383 · +44% births
2005	#11307	9	▼ down 1755 · -10% births
2000	#9552	10	▼ down 3002 · -29% births
1995	#6550	14	▲ up 2635 · +100% births
1985	#9185	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Amela

Best Year2020Rank #5708

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7832

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 202310 years

The story of Amela

Amela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1983. With 387 total births recorded, Amela remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9185 in 1985 to #8085 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Amela in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Amela by decade

Amela peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	29
1990s	69
2000s	131
2010s ★	137
2020s	21

💎Amela has only 387 total recorded births since 1983 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Amela?

Common

AmeAmAmieAmy

What names sound and feel like Amela?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Amela also consider these

Ameela

Arabic · أميرة (Amīrah), meaning

Amella

Latin · a combination of

Hebrew · God's people

Asela

Sri Lanka · Sinhalese

Akela

American · the wise one

Acela

American · Spanish

How is Amela written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Amela?

Amel BOSNIAN

Common questions about the name Amela

What does the name Amela mean?

Amela means "Turkish" — a name rooted in Bosnia and Herzegovina tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Amela?

Amela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Amela have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Amela?

Amela originates from Bosnia and Herzegovina tradition. Bosnia and Herzegovina names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Amela?

Amela is a four-syllable name pronounced AE1 M EH1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Amela?

Amela pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Bosnia and Herzegovina heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.