Amalia

A distinctive pick — fewer than 6 pets share this name.

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Meaning & Story

A Germanic and Spanish variant of Amelia, from the Gothic amal meaning work or industriousness, combined with the Latin meaning effort or vigor.

Amalia is a beautiful, old-world name with a timeless, romantic quality — it sounds like it belongs to a heroine in a 19th-century novel set in the Austro-Hungarian empire. It's both classic and distinctive, carrying European elegance without feeling stuffy. For a pet, Amalia suits a graceful, well-mannered dog or cat with a natural dignity. The name shortens beautifully to Malia or Ami for everyday use.

At a Glance

#9195
Overall Rank
6
Registered
Girls
Popular With

Amalia's Personality

Pets named Amalia are most often described as:

  • elegantStrong match
  • gracefulCommon
  • industriousSometimes
  • warmOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amalia a good pet name?

Amalia is a well-known pet name with 6 registered pets. Pets named Amalia are often described as elegant, graceful, industrious.

Is Amalia a boy or girl pet name?

Amalia is more commonly given to female pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Is Amalia also a human name?

Yes! Amalia is both a popular pet name (ranked #9195 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.

Amalia has two lives

Amalia, the baby name
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Amalia, the pet name
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology