Amelia vs Caitlin

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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Caitlin

Girl #1,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,686
Total SSA Count
121
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cait, Kate, Katie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Caitlin Rank #1,686

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1686 for Caitlin.

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

Caitlin ___

  • Caitlin Marie
  • Caitlin Ann
  • Caitlin Elizabeth
  • Caitlin Rose
  • Caitlin Grace
  • Caitlin Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Caitlin

Siobhan Fiona Ciara Declan Conor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Caitlin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Caitlin at #1686 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Caitlin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Caitlin means "pure, clear" (Greek via Irish origin).

Are Amelia and Caitlin boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Caitlin is primarily a girl name.

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