Alissa vs Amelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alissa

Girl #1,558 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble kind"

Origin: Germanic (Adalheidis)

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,558
Total SSA Count
136
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ali, Lissy, Lissa

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alissa Rank #1,558
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1558 for Alissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alissa ___

  • Alissa Rose
  • Alissa Marie
  • Alissa Grace
  • Alissa Faith
  • Alissa Dawn
  • Alissa Lynn

Amelia ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alissa or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Alissa at #1558 in the United States.

What do Alissa and Amelia mean?

Alissa means "noble kind" (Germanic (Adalheidis) origin). Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Alissa and Amelia boy or girl names?

Alissa is primarily a girl name. Amelia is primarily a girl name.

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