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Amilah
Amilah Pronunciation
Amilah is pronounced ah-MEE-lah /ɑˈmi.lɑ/High
Meaning: From Arabic amilah — feminine of amil, 'hopeful, full of hope' (also 'one who works/strives')Medium
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History & Origin
Amilah comes from Arabic — the feminine of amil, 'hopeful' (from amal, 'hope'), with the same root yielding 'one who works, strives'. A gentle aspiration-name across the Arab world, hope and effort intertwined.
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, hopeful at the root, and warm.
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How do you pronounce Amilah?
Amilah is pronounced ah-MEE-lah (/ɑˈmi.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Amilah said aloud.
How do you say Amilah?
Amilah is said ah-MEE-lah (/ɑˈmi.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Amilah said aloud.
What does the name Amilah mean?
Amilah is Arabic for 'hopeful', from a root that also means 'to work, strive'.
Is Amilah a boy or girl name?
Amilah is a girl's name.
How popular is Amilah?
Amilah is a rare name in the U.S.