Amelia vs December

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
December Rank #5,239

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5239 for December.

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

December ___

  • December Rose
  • December Joy
  • December Wren
  • December Frost
  • December Eve
  • December Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose December

October June August Solstice Winter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or December more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to December at #5239 in the United States.

What do Amelia and December mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). December means "tenth month (in original Roman calendar)" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and December boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. December is primarily a girl name.

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