Amelia vs Ashley

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
Ashley Rank #124

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #124 for Ashley.

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

Ashley ___

  • Ashley Grace
  • Ashley Marie
  • Ashley Nicole
  • Ashley Anne
  • Ashley Elizabeth
  • Ashley Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ashley

Brittany Chelsea Tyler Brandon Courtney

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ashley more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ashley at #124 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ashley mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ashley means "ash tree woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Ashley boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ashley is primarily a girl name.

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