Amelie
[ˌameːˈliː]
Amelie is the German form of the female given name Amelie.
Amelie is a female given name. In close and intimate relationships, one might use the affectionate nickname Meli.
Did you know?
- If you follow the alternative linguistic theory connecting the name to Ancient Greek, it would be related to the word for 'limbs' or 'body parts'.
- The diminutive Meli is not only used for Amelie but is also a common short form for the name Melanie in German-speaking regions.
- The name Amelie is often paired with the tradition of 'Namenstage' or name days, though it is far less common today than in previous centuries.
Examples in context
- Amelie, wir treffen uns später im Café. Kommst du auch?Amelie, we are meeting later at the café. Are you coming too?
- Amelie ist meine beste Freundin.Amelie is my best friend.
- Wo wohnt Amelie?Where does Amelie live?
- Ich habe gestern Amelie gesehen.I saw Amelie yesterday.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a girl they know at a cafe.
- JulianHast du Amelie schon getroffen?Have you met Amelie yet?
- SarahNein, ich kenne Amelie noch nicht.No, I don't know Amelie yet.
- JulianSie ist eine sehr nette Frau.She is a very nice woman.
- SarahDann möchte ich sie gerne kennenlernen.Then I would like to get to know her.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Amelie, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Amelie, CC BY-SA 4.0.
