Amelia vs Claire

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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Claire

Girl #67 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"illustrious, renowned"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#67
Total SSA Count
3,329
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cla, Clai, Claiy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Claire Rank #67

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #67 for Claire.

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

Claire ___

  • Claire Elizabeth
  • Claire Anne
  • Claire Louise
  • Claire Olivia
  • Claire Marie
  • Claire Isabelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Claire

Sophie Isabelle James Henry Rose

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Claire more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Claire at #67 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Claire mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Claire means "illustrious, renowned" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Claire boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Claire is primarily a girl name.

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