Amelia vs Edna

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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Edna

Girl #2,052 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pleasure, rejuvenation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,052
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Edna Rank #2,052

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2052 for Edna.

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

Edna ___

  • Edna Rose
  • Edna May
  • Edna Pearl
  • Edna Florence
  • Edna Grace
  • Edna Irene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Edna

Mabel Vera Agnes Hilda Walter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Edna more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Edna at #2052 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Edna mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Edna means "pleasure, rejuvenation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Edna boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Edna is primarily a girl name.

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