Alexandra 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

Alexandra Rank #221
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #221 for Alexandra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexandra ___

  • Alexandra Rose
  • Alexandra Grace
  • Alexandra Jane
  • Alexandra Marie
  • Alexandra Kate
  • Alexandra Claire

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 Alexandra

Nicholas Sebastian Isabella Anastasia Victoria

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandra or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Alexandra at #221 in the United States.

What do Alexandra and Amelia mean?

Alexandra means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Alexandra and Amelia boy or girl names?

Alexandra is primarily a girl name. Amelia is primarily a girl name.

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