Alix vs Amelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alix

Girl #4,603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek via French

Cultural Roots

French English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,603
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ali, Al

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Alix Rank #4,603
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4603 for Alix.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alix ___

  • Alix Rose
  • Alix Marie
  • Alix Grace
  • Alix Jane
  • Alix Claire
  • Alix Louise

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 Alix

Felix Leo Milo Hugo Zoe

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alix or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Alix at #4603 in the United States.

What do Alix and Amelia mean?

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

Are Alix and Amelia boy or girl names?

Alix is primarily a girl name. Amelia is primarily a girl name.

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