Amelia vs Catalina

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
Catalina Rank #128

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #128 for Catalina.

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

Catalina ___

  • Catalina Rose
  • Catalina Marie
  • Catalina Grace
  • Catalina Sofia
  • Catalina Isabel
  • Catalina Elena

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Catalina

Isabella Sofia Valentina Mateo Diego

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Catalina more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Catalina at #128 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Catalina mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Catalina means "pure" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Catalina boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Catalina is primarily a girl name.

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