Amelia vs Clarice

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
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Clarice

Girl #2,809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,809
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Clari, Clare, Rici

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Clarice Rank #2,809

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2809 for Clarice.

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

Clarice ___

  • Clarice Anne
  • Clarice Marie
  • Clarice Elizabeth
  • Clarice Rose
  • Clarice Jean
  • Clarice Elaine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Clarice

Edmund Frances Theodore Vivienne Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Clarice more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Clarice at #2809 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Clarice mean?

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

Are Amelia and Clarice boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Clarice is primarily a girl name.

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