Amelia vs Athira

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
Athira Rank #18,239

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #18239 for Athira.

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

Athira ___

  • Athira Priya
  • Athira Devi
  • Athira Lakshmi
  • Athira Nair
  • Athira Krishnan
  • Athira Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Athira

Ananya Kavya Nandita Arjun Kiran

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Athira more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Athira at #18239 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Athira mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Athira means "quick, swift" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Amelia and Athira boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Athira is primarily a girl name.

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