Amelia vs Arlis

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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Arlis

Boy #5,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Arles (city in France)"

Origin: French/Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,203
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ari

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Arlis Rank #5,203

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5203 for Arlis.

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

Arlis ___

  • Arlis James
  • Arlis Wade
  • Arlis Lee
  • Arlis Wayne
  • Arlis Ray
  • Arlis Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Arlis

Floyd Virgil Lester Ruby Pearl

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Arlis more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Arlis at #5203 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Arlis mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Arlis means "from Arles (city in France)" (French/Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Arlis boy or girl names?

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

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