Amelia vs Ellena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellena

Girl #2,816 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"torch, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Italian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,816
Total SSA Count
59
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ella, Ellie, Lena

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellena Rank #2,816

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2816 for Ellena.

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

Ellena ___

  • Ellena Rose
  • Ellena Grace
  • Ellena Marie
  • Ellena Jane
  • Ellena Claire
  • Ellena Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellena

Sophia Oliver Isabella Sebastian Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellena more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellena at #2816 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellena mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ellena means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Ellena boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellena is primarily a girl name.

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