Amelia vs Annie

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

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Annie

Girl #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#192
Total SSA Count
1,564
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ann, Nan

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Annie Rank #192

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #192 for Annie.

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

Annie ___

  • Annie Rose
  • Annie Marie
  • Annie Grace
  • Annie Elizabeth
  • Annie Jane
  • Annie Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Annie

Lucy Maggie Clara Henry Jack

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Annie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Annie at #192 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Annie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Annie means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Annie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Annie is primarily a girl name.

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