Amelia vs Arbor

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
Arbor Rank #3,673

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3673 for Arbor.

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

Arbor ___

  • Arbor James
  • Arbor Cole
  • Arbor Lee
  • Arbor Grey
  • Arbor Oak
  • Arbor Stone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Arbor

Ember River Sage Forrest Briar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Arbor more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Arbor at #3673 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Arbor mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Arbor means "bower, canopy of branches" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Arbor boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Arbor is primarily a boy name.

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