Amelia vs Charis

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

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Charis

Girl #2,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, kindness, beauty"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,890
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Chari, Ris

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Charis Rank #2,890

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2890 for Charis.

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

Charis ___

  • Charis Grace
  • Charis Rose
  • Charis Elise
  • Charis Vera
  • Charis Hope
  • Charis Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Charis

Zoe Lyra Iris Thea Daphne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Charis more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Charis at #2890 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Charis mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Charis means "grace, kindness, beauty" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Charis boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Charis is primarily a girl name.

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