Amelia vs April

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

April

Girl #502 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to open (spring)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#502
Total SSA Count
607
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ape, Appy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
April Rank #502

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #502 for April.

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

April ___

  • April Rose
  • April Lynn
  • April Marie
  • April Dawn
  • April Joy
  • April Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose April

June May Jade Brooke Ryan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or April more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to April at #502 in the United States.

What do Amelia and April mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and April boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. April is primarily a girl name.

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