Amelia vs Elijah

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Elijah Rank #8

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #8 for Elijah.

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

Elijah ___

  • Elijah James
  • Elijah Thomas
  • Elijah Alexander
  • Elijah Joseph
  • Elijah Samuel
  • Elijah David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Elijah

Noah Isaac Isaiah Olivia Naomi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Elijah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Elijah at #8 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Elijah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Elijah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Elijah is primarily a boy name.

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