Amelia vs Calla

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
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Calla Rank #1,518

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1518 for Calla.

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

Calla ___

  • Calla Rose
  • Calla Jane
  • Calla Mae
  • Calla Elise
  • Calla Simone
  • Calla Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Calla

Iris Juniper Sage Felix Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Calla more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Calla at #1518 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Calla mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Calla means "beautiful" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Calla boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Calla is primarily a girl name.

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