Amelia vs Edith

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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Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Edie, Edi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Edith Rank #528

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #528 for Edith.

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

Edith ___

  • Edith Rose
  • Edith Mae
  • Edith Grace
  • Edith Pearl
  • Edith Jane
  • Edith Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Edith

Arthur Florence Rupert Agnes Walter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Edith more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Edith at #528 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Edith mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Edith boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Edith is primarily a girl name.

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