Amelia vs Eleanore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eleanore

Girl #1,516 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek via Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American Spanish European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,516
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ellie, Nora, Nell

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Eleanore Rank #1,516

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1516 for Eleanore.

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

Eleanore ___

  • Eleanore Jane
  • Eleanore Rose
  • Eleanore Grace
  • Eleanore Mae
  • Eleanore Claire
  • Eleanore Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Eleanore

Oliver Henry Charlotte Margaret Theodore

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Eleanore more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Eleanore at #1516 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Eleanore mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Eleanore means "bright, shining one" (Greek via Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Eleanore boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Eleanore is primarily a girl name.

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