Amelia vs Dalani

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
Dalani Rank #2,263

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2263 for Dalani.

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

Dalani ___

  • Dalani Rose
  • Dalani Marie
  • Dalani Simone
  • Dalani Jade
  • Dalani Celeste
  • Dalani Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Dalani

Amara Zuri Nia Imani Kofi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Dalani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Dalani at #2263 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Dalani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Dalani means "gentle, serene" (African origin).

Are Amelia and Dalani boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Dalani is primarily a girl name.

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