Addison vs Amelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amelia

Girl #3 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"work, industriousness"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
12,740
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Amy, Millie, Mel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #68
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #68 for Addison.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addison ___

  • Addison Grace
  • Addison Mae
  • Addison Rose
  • Addison Claire
  • Addison Lee
  • Addison Kate

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Addison

Peyton Parker Harper Jackson Blake

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Addison at #68 in the United States.

What do Addison and Amelia mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Addison and Amelia boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a girl name. Amelia is primarily a girl name.

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