Amelia vs Amethyst

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

Amelia Rank #3
Amethyst Rank #1,324

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1324 for Amethyst.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

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

Amethyst ___

  • Amethyst Rose
  • Amethyst Grace
  • Amethyst Jane
  • Amethyst Mae
  • Amethyst Claire
  • Amethyst Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Amelia

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If you choose Amethyst

Jasper Violet Onyx Pearl Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Amethyst more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Amethyst at #1324 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Amethyst mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Amethyst means "purple gemstone" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Amethyst boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Amethyst is primarily a girl name.

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