Amelia vs Bridgette

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

Bridgette

Girl #2,235 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength, power"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,235
Total SSA Count
84
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bri, Bridie, Gidget

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Bridgette Rank #2,235

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2235 for Bridgette.

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

Bridgette ___

  • Bridgette Anne
  • Bridgette Marie
  • Bridgette Rose
  • Bridgette Claire
  • Bridgette Faye
  • Bridgette Elaine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Bridgette

Patrick Siobhan Declan Fiona Cathal

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Bridgette more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bridgette at #2235 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Bridgette mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Bridgette means "strength, power" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Bridgette boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Bridgette is primarily a girl name.

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