Amelia vs Bijou

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

Bijou

Girl #52,404 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"jewel, precious gem, little treasure"

Origin: French, from Breton bizou (ring)

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52,404
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bi, Jo, Jewel

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Bijou Rank #52,404

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #52404 for Bijou.

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

Bijou ___

  • Bijou Marie
  • Bijou Celeste
  • Bijou Elise
  • Bijou Renee
  • Bijou Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Bijou

Coco Soleil Mireille Lune Fleur

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Bijou more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bijou at #52404 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Bijou mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Bijou means "jewel, precious gem, little treasure" (French, from Breton bizou (ring) origin).

Are Amelia and Bijou boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Bijou is primarily a girl name.

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