Amelia vs Cheryl

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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Cheryl

Girl #3,965 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dear one, beloved"

Origin: French (Cherie)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,965
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cher, Cheri, Sheri

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Cheryl Rank #3,965

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3965 for Cheryl.

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

Cheryl ___

  • Cheryl Lynn
  • Cheryl Ann
  • Cheryl Marie
  • Cheryl Louise
  • Cheryl Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Cheryl

Sandra Linda Donna Brenda Gary

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Cheryl more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Cheryl at #3965 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Cheryl mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Cheryl means "dear one, beloved" (French (Cherie) origin).

Are Amelia and Cheryl boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Cheryl is primarily a girl name.

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