Amelia vs Caty

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Caty Rank #22,366

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #22366 for Caty.

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

Caty ___

  • Caty Rose
  • Caty Marie
  • Caty Anne
  • Caty Lynn
  • Caty Grace
  • Caty Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Caty

Lily Emma Sophie Lucy Molly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Caty more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Caty at #22366 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Caty mean?

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

Are Amelia and Caty boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Caty is primarily a girl name.

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