Amelia vs Avalon

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Avalon Rank #1,612

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1612 for Avalon.

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

Avalon ___

  • Avalon Rose
  • Avalon Grace
  • Avalon Mae
  • Avalon Claire
  • Avalon June
  • Avalon Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Avalon

Guinevere Isolde Arthur Rowan Celeste

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Avalon more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Avalon at #1612 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Avalon mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Avalon means "isle of apples" (Celtic origin).

Are Amelia and Avalon boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Avalon is primarily a girl name.

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