Amelia vs Anilah

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Anilah Rank #6,290

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #6290 for Anilah.

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

Anilah ___

  • Anilah Rose
  • Anilah Grace
  • Anilah Mae
  • Anilah Jade
  • Anilah Dawn
  • Anilah Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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If you choose Anilah

Kavya Arjun Priya Aarav Diya

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Anilah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Anilah at #6290 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Anilah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Anilah means "wind, air, breeze" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Amelia and Anilah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Anilah is primarily a girl name.

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