Amelia vs Arlin

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
Arlin Rank #2,419

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2419 for Arlin.

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

Arlin ___

  • Arlin James
  • Arlin Lee
  • Arlin Dean
  • Arlin Ray
  • Arlin Wayne
  • Arlin Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Arlin

Garlin Darla Harlan Merle Willa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Arlin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Arlin at #2419 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Arlin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Arlin boy or girl names?

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

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