Amelia vs Cleopatra

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Cleopatra Rank #3,450

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3450 for Cleopatra.

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

Cleopatra ___

  • Cleopatra Rose
  • Cleopatra Marie
  • Cleopatra Grace
  • Cleopatra Jade
  • Cleopatra Nile
  • Cleopatra Selene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Cleopatra

Caesar Ptolemy Nefertari Isis Helena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Cleopatra more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Cleopatra at #3450 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Cleopatra mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Cleopatra means "glory of the father" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Cleopatra boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Cleopatra is primarily a girl name.

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