Amelia vs Bobby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bobby

Boy #1,126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,126
Total SSA Count
189
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bob, Rob

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Bobby Rank #1,126

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1126 for Bobby.

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

Bobby ___

  • Bobby James
  • Bobby Ray
  • Bobby Lee
  • Bobby Dean
  • Bobby Wayne
  • Bobby Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Bobby

Billy Tommy Susie Jimmy Danny

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Bobby more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bobby at #1126 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Bobby mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Bobby means "bright fame" (Old High German origin).

Are Amelia and Bobby boy or girl names?

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

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