Amelia vs Darby

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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Darby

Girl #3,183 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deer park, settlement of deer"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,183
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dar

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Darby Rank #3,183

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3183 for Darby.

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

Darby ___

  • Darby Rose
  • Darby June
  • Darby Faith
  • Darby Claire
  • Darby Elise
  • Darby Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Darby

Finley Rory Sloane Beckett Briar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Darby more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Darby at #3183 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Darby mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Darby means "deer park, settlement of deer" (Old Norse origin).

Are Amelia and Darby boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Darby is primarily a girl name.

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