Amelia vs Ellie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellie

Girl #21 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
6,306
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ell, Ely, Elie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellie Rank #21

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #21 for Ellie.

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

Ellie ___

  • Ellie Mae
  • Ellie Rose
  • Ellie Grace
  • Ellie Jane
  • Ellie Kate
  • Ellie Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellie

Sophie Oliver Jack Ruby Charlie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellie at #21 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ellie means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Ellie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellie is primarily a girl name.

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