Amelia vs Ariella

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
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ariella Rank #196

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #196 for Ariella.

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

Ariella ___

  • Ariella Grace
  • Ariella Rose
  • Ariella Sofia
  • Ariella Jade
  • Ariella Marie
  • Ariella Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ariella

Gabriella Isabella Natalia Sebastian Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ariella more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ariella at #196 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ariella mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ariella means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Ariella boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ariella is primarily a girl name.

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