Amelia vs Arabelle

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Arabelle Rank #2,133

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2133 for Arabelle.

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

Arabelle ___

  • Arabelle Rose
  • Arabelle Grace
  • Arabelle Jane
  • Arabelle Mae
  • Arabelle Claire
  • Arabelle Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Arabelle

Cecily Cordelia Evangeline Sebastian Dorian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Arabelle more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Arabelle at #2133 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Arabelle mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Arabelle means "beautiful eagle" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Arabelle boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Arabelle is primarily a girl name.

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