Amelia vs Eleonor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eleonor

Girl #3,174 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek Helen via Old French

Cultural Roots

English French Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,174
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ellie, Nell, Nora

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Eleonor Rank #3,174

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3174 for Eleonor.

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

Eleonor ___

  • Eleonor Rose
  • Eleonor Grace
  • Eleonor Jane
  • Eleonor Louise
  • Eleonor Mae
  • Eleonor Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Eleonor

Margaret Josephine Harriet Edmund Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Eleonor more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Eleonor at #3174 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Eleonor mean?

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

Are Amelia and Eleonor boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Eleonor is primarily a girl name.

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