Industrious or hard-working
Amilya is a modern variant of Amelia, which is derived from the Germanic name Amalia. It shares the root 'amal', meaning work or labor, suggesting a diligent and industrious nature. While rare, this spelling adds a contemporary flair to a deeply traditional name.
About 14 girls were named Amilya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).