Amelia vs Darrien

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
Darrien Rank #5,328

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5328 for Darrien.

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

Darrien ___

  • Darrien James
  • Darrien Michael
  • Darrien Thomas
  • Darrien Lee
  • Darrien Anthony
  • Darrien Xavier

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Darrien

Brielle Landen Zara Kyler Adriana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Darrien more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Darrien at #5328 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Darrien mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Darrien means "gift" (Persian origin).

Are Amelia and Darrien boy or girl names?

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

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