Amelia vs Bailey

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

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Bailey

Girl #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortification wall"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#182
Total SSA Count
1,644
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bay, Bail

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Bailey Rank #182

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #182 for Bailey.

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

Bailey ___

  • Bailey Mae
  • Bailey Jo
  • Bailey Rose
  • Bailey Grace
  • Bailey Anne
  • Bailey Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Bailey

Brooke Riley Chase Parker Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Bailey more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bailey at #182 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Bailey mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Bailey means "fortification wall" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Bailey boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Bailey is primarily a girl name.

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