Amelia vs Arlie

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

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Arlie

Girl #2,774 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle meadow"

Origin: Old English 'earn' + 'leah'

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,774
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Arl

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Arlie Rank #2,774

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2774 for Arlie.

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

Arlie ___

  • Arlie Mae
  • Arlie June
  • Arlie Rose
  • Arlie Jane
  • Arlie Grace
  • Arlie Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Arlie

Harley Finley Blythe Wren Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Arlie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Arlie at #2774 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Arlie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Arlie means "eagle meadow" (Old English 'earn' + 'leah' origin).

Are Amelia and Arlie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Arlie is primarily a girl name.

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