Amelia vs Ava

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ava Rank #9

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #9 for Ava.

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

Ava ___

  • Ava Rose
  • Ava Grace
  • Ava Marie
  • Ava Claire
  • Ava Elizabeth
  • Ava Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ava

Liam Noah Olivia Sophia Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ava more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ava at #9 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ava mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ava means "life" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Ava boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ava is primarily a girl name.

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