Amelia vs Basil

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
Basil Rank #2,026

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2026 for Basil.

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

Basil ___

  • Basil Oliver
  • Basil James
  • Basil Henry
  • Basil Edward
  • Basil George
  • Basil Frederick

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Basil

Cecil Rupert Jasper Cressida Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Basil more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Basil at #2026 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Basil mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Basil boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Basil is primarily a boy name.

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