Industrious, hardworking, or hope
Ameela is a modern variant of Amelia or Amila. It likely draws from the Germanic root 'amal', meaning work or industry, or the Arabic 'amal', meaning hope or aspiration. Its rare spelling gives it a unique, contemporary feel while maintaining a familiar sound.
Less common today
Ameela isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,142 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
