Amelia vs Ashleigh

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
Ashleigh Rank #4,838

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4838 for Ashleigh.

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

Ashleigh ___

  • Ashleigh Grace
  • Ashleigh Marie
  • Ashleigh Anne
  • Ashleigh Claire
  • Ashleigh Nicole
  • Ashleigh Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ashleigh

Brittany Courtney Jordan Taylor Morgan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ashleigh more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ashleigh at #4838 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ashleigh mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ashleigh means "dweller near the ash grove" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Ashleigh boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ashleigh is primarily a girl name.

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