Amila

Amila is a female first name of Bosnian origin and represents the feminine form of Amil. Its meaning can be described as 'the maker' and 'the worker'.

What does the name Amila mean?

The name Amila, of Bosnian origin, is derived from Amil. It translates to 'the maker' and 'the worker'. The roots of the name can be found in the Arabic word 'amila (عمل)', which means 'to work', 'to do', and 'to make'. Additionally, Amila can be seen as a short form of the names Amalia or Amelia. Metaphorically, the name stands for 'the diligent', 'the brave', and 'the gentle'. The etymological origins trace back to Gothic, where amals means 'diligent' or 'brave', and in Old High German, where amal refers to 'hard work', 'advancement', and 'diligence'. There is also a connection in Latin to aemulus, which means 'ambitious' or 'eager'.

Where does the name Amila come from?

Amila is an East Gothic name that is considered the feminine form of Amil and carries the meaning 'the maker'. The word origin encompasses several languages: In Arabic, 'amila (عمل)' is associated with 'to work, to do, to make', while in Gothic, amals means 'diligent' or 'brave'. In Old High German, amal or aml is linked to 'hard work', 'advancement', and 'diligence'. Latin terms such as aemulus ('ambitious, eager'), alma ('soul'), and almus ('fruitful') complement the name's origin. The languages in which Amila appears include Arabic, Bosnian, and Indian.

How do you pronounce Amila?

The pronunciation of the name Amila is three syllables and fluid. In German, it is predominantly pronounced as 'A-mi-la' [aˈmiːla]. The name begins with an open A sound, conveying a sense of spaciousness. The stressed middle syllable with the long I gives brightness to the sound. The open final 'a' provides a warm conclusion. Overall, Amila sounds harmonious and feminine – melodic, gentle, and modern.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Amila enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 540th among the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2023, reaching 523rd place. In the last ten years, Amila has been given as a first name about 730 times, which places it 638th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 764th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ami / Amii / Amily / Amy / Amülia / Mila / Milamia / Milchen / Milka / Milli / Millichen / Millimi / Milly / Mäla

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Famous people

• Amila Glamocak (Yugoslav singer)