Amelia vs Eileen

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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Eileen

Girl #592 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek via Irish (Eibhlín)

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#592
Total SSA Count
508
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eillie, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Eileen Rank #592

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #592 for Eileen.

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

Eileen ___

  • Eileen Rose
  • Eileen Marie
  • Eileen Grace
  • Eileen Jean
  • Eileen Frances
  • Eileen Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Eileen

Brigid Fiona Siobhan Patrick Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Eileen more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Eileen at #592 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Eileen mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Eileen means "bright, shining one" (Greek via Irish (Eibhlín) origin).

Are Amelia and Eileen boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Eileen is primarily a girl name.

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