Amelia vs Brigitte

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

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Brigitte

Girl #2,365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted, high, strength"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

French German Irish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,365
Total SSA Count
77
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Bri, Britt, Gitte

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Brigitte Rank #2,365

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2365 for Brigitte.

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

Brigitte ___

  • Brigitte Marie
  • Brigitte Anne
  • Brigitte Claire
  • Brigitte Elise
  • Brigitte Nicole
  • Brigitte Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Brigitte

Colette Margot Vivienne Jacques Pierre

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Brigitte more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Brigitte at #2365 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Brigitte mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Brigitte means "exalted, high, strength" (Old Irish origin).

Are Amelia and Brigitte boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Brigitte is primarily a girl name.

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