Amelia vs Claira

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

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Claira Rank #1,742

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1742 for Claira.

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

Claira ___

  • Claira Rose
  • Claira Louise
  • Claira Jane
  • Claira Elizabeth
  • Claira Belle
  • Claira Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Claira

Ivy Penelope Leo Sebastian Violet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Claira more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Claira at #1742 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Claira mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Claira means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin).

Are Amelia and Claira boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Claira is primarily a girl name.

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