Amelia vs Carlos

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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Carlos

Boy #135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, virile"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#135
Total SSA Count
2,614
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Carlito, Carly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Carlos Rank #135

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #135 for Carlos.

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

Carlos ___

  • Carlos Miguel
  • Carlos Antonio
  • Carlos Eduardo
  • Carlos Fernando
  • Carlos Alberto
  • Carlos Jose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Carlos

Miguel Diego Sofia Valentina Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Carlos more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Carlos at #135 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Carlos mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Carlos means "strong, virile" (Old High German origin).

Are Amelia and Carlos boy or girl names?

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

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