Amelia vs Cannon

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
Cannon Rank #766

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #766 for Cannon.

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

Cannon ___

  • Cannon James
  • Cannon Lee
  • Cannon Dale
  • Cannon Ray
  • Cannon Scott
  • Cannon Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Cannon

Hunter Maverick Gauge Remington Ryder

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Cannon more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Cannon at #766 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Cannon mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Cannon means "large gun, artillery piece" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Cannon boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Cannon is primarily a boy name.

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