US Popularity Rank: 15248

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Hope, aspiration; Rival, peer, equal, imitator

Amel is a gender-neutral name of Arabic origin. A variant spelling of Amaal, this name translates to “hope” or “aspiration.” Whether baby is in the highest peak or deepest trench, hope is going to be a vital tool for them. Amel is also a Dutch name for boys derived from the Latin Aemilius, meaning “rival,” “imitator,” “peer,” and “equal.” The name Amel is sure to remind them to keep making their way to the horizon.