Amelia vs Duncan

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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Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dunc, Dunk

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Duncan Rank #1,104

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1104 for Duncan.

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

Duncan ___

  • Duncan James
  • Duncan Robert
  • Duncan Alistair
  • Duncan Fraser
  • Duncan Ian
  • Duncan Callum

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Duncan

Callum Alistair Isla Fiona Malcolm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Duncan more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Duncan mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Duncan boy or girl names?

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

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