Amelia vs Cleo

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Cleo Rank #603

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #603 for Cleo.

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

Cleo ___

  • Cleo Rose
  • Cleo Jade
  • Cleo Simone
  • Cleo Fleur
  • Cleo Mae
  • Cleo Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Cleo

Felix Theo Jasper Iris Phoebe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Cleo more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Cleo at #603 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Cleo mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Cleo boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Cleo is primarily a girl name.

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