Amelia vs Elara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elara

Girl #1,158 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"mortal princess loved by Zeus (mythological)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,158
Total SSA Count
208
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Lara, Ara

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Elara Rank #1,158

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1158 for Elara.

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

Elara ___

  • Elara Rose
  • Elara Jane
  • Elara Violet
  • Elara Mae
  • Elara Celeste
  • Elara Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Elara

Luna Lyra Orion Nova Cassia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Elara more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Elara at #1158 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Elara mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Elara means "mortal princess loved by Zeus (mythological)" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Elara boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Elara is primarily a girl name.

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