Amelia vs Bristol

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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Bristol

Girl #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holy bridge place"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#635
Total SSA Count
463
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bris, Bri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Bristol Rank #635

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #635 for Bristol.

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

Bristol ___

  • Bristol Grace
  • Bristol Mae
  • Bristol Lee
  • Bristol Rose
  • Bristol Quinn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Bristol

London Devon Savannah Dallas Austin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Bristol more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bristol at #635 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Bristol mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Bristol means "holy bridge place" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Bristol boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Bristol is primarily a girl name.

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