Alec vs Amelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#880
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Al

Playground Safety Score

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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

Alec Rank #880
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #880 for Alec.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alec ___

  • Alec James
  • Alec Thomas
  • Alec William
  • Alec Henry
  • Alec John
  • Alec Joseph

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 Alec

Claire Sophie Max Oliver Nora

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Amelia mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Alec and Amelia boy or girl names?

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

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