Amelia vs Benjamin

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
Benjamin Rank #11

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #11 for Benjamin.

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

Benjamin ___

  • Benjamin James
  • Benjamin Alexander
  • Benjamin Thomas
  • Benjamin Oliver
  • Benjamin William
  • Benjamin Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Benjamin

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Noah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Benjamin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Benjamin at #11 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Benjamin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Benjamin boy or girl names?

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

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