Amelia vs Avah

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
Avah Rank #1,192

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1192 for Avah.

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

Avah ___

  • Avah Rose
  • Avah Grace
  • Avah Marie
  • Avah Jane
  • Avah Lynn
  • Avah Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Avah

Ava Eva Emma Isla Ella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Avah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Avah at #1192 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Avah mean?

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

Are Amelia and Avah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Avah is primarily a girl name.

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