Amelia vs Colin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Colin

Boy #335 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young dog, whelp"

Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#335
Total SSA Count
1,035
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Col

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Colin Rank #335

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #335 for Colin.

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

Colin ___

  • Colin James
  • Colin Patrick
  • Colin Michael
  • Colin Andrew
  • Colin Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Colin

Declan Ronan Siobhan Bridget Aiden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Colin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Colin at #335 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Colin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Colin means "young dog, whelp" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Colin boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Colin is primarily a boy name.

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