Amelia vs Delia

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

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Delia

Girl #1,524 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, visible"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,524
Total SSA Count
141
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dee, Deli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Delia Rank #1,524

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1524 for Delia.

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

Delia ___

  • Delia Rose
  • Delia Mae
  • Delia Jane
  • Delia Frances
  • Delia Claire
  • Delia Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Delia

Cordelia Beatrice Sebastian Julian Celia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Delia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Delia at #1524 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Delia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Delia means "bright, visible" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Delia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Delia is primarily a girl name.

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