Amelia vs Charlotte

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
Charlotte Rank #4

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4 for Charlotte.

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

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Charlotte more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Charlotte at #4 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Charlotte mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Amelia and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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