Amelia vs Ellani

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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Ellani

Girl #6,204 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly, sky royalty"

Origin: Hawaiian lani + Germanic ella

Cultural Roots

American Hawaiian-inspired

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,204
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ella, Lani, Ellie

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellani Rank #6,204

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #6204 for Ellani.

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

Ellani ___

  • Ellani Rose
  • Ellani Grace
  • Ellani Marie
  • Ellani Jane
  • Ellani Mae
  • Ellani Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellani

Leilani Kai Noelani Keanu Maile

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellani at #6204 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ellani means "heavenly, sky royalty" (Hawaiian lani + Germanic ella origin).

Are Amelia and Ellani boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellani is primarily a girl name.

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