Alan vs Amelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish French Breton

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#167
Total SSA Count
2,183
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Al

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alan Rank #167
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #167 for Alan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alan ___

  • Alan James
  • Alan Robert
  • Alan Edward
  • Alan Thomas
  • Alan William
  • Alan Christopher

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 Alan

Brian Kevin Margaret Patricia Mark

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alan or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Amelia mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Alan and Amelia boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Amelia is primarily a girl name.

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