Amelia vs Dove

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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Dove

Girl #1,632 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dove bird, symbol of peace and love"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American International

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,632
Total SSA Count
127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Dove Rank #1,632

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1632 for Dove.

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

Dove ___

  • Dove Anne
  • Dove Marie
  • Dove Elise
  • Dove Rose
  • Dove Grace
  • Dove Celeste

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Dove

Wren Lark Hawk Robin Sparrow

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Dove more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Dove at #1632 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Dove mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Dove means "dove bird, symbol of peace and love" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Dove boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Dove is primarily a girl name.

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