Amelia vs Carys

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
Carys Rank #4,749

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4749 for Carys.

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

Carys ___

  • Carys Elise
  • Carys Megan
  • Carys Rhiannon
  • Carys Ann
  • Carys Jane
  • Carys Sian

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Carys

Cerys Rhys Seren Anwen Eirlys

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Carys more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Carys at #4749 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Carys mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Carys means "love" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Carys boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Carys is primarily a girl name.

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