Amelia vs Arissa

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

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Arissa Rank #4,725

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4725 for Arissa.

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

Arissa ___

  • Arissa Mae
  • Arissa Rose
  • Arissa Claire
  • Arissa Grace
  • Arissa Lynn
  • Arissa Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Arissa

Elara Marissa Thalia Levi Orion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Arissa more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Arissa at #4725 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Arissa mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Arissa means "best, excellence" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Arissa boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Arissa is primarily a girl name.

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