Amelia vs Electra

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

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Electra

Girl #10,284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"amber, shining, bright"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,284
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ellie, Ella, Elec

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Electra Rank #10,284

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #10284 for Electra.

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

Electra ___

  • Electra Rose
  • Electra Jade
  • Electra Vivienne
  • Electra Mae
  • Electra Grace
  • Electra Clio

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Electra

Orestes Iphigenia Cassandra Penelope Lysander

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Electra more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Electra at #10284 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Electra mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Electra means "amber, shining, bright" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Electra boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Electra is primarily a girl name.

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