Amelia vs Ellanor

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellanor Rank #4,117

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4117 for Ellanor.

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

Ellanor ___

  • Ellanor Rose
  • Ellanor Grace
  • Ellanor Jane
  • Ellanor Kate
  • Ellanor Claire
  • Ellanor Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellanor

Theodore Oliver Beatrice Margaret Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellanor more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellanor at #4117 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellanor mean?

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

Are Amelia and Ellanor boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellanor is primarily a girl name.

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