Amelia vs Amy

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

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Amy

Girl #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, much loved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,344
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Amy Rank #228

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #228 for Amy.

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

Amy ___

  • Amy Rose
  • Amy Grace
  • Amy Elizabeth
  • Amy Louise
  • Amy Jane
  • Amy Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Amy

Emma Claire Beth Kate Sara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Amy more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Amy at #228 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Amy mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Amy means "beloved, much loved" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Amy boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Amy is primarily a girl name.

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