Amelia vs Elliemae

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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Elliemae

Girl #2,094 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright one, torch"

Origin: Greek via Old French

Cultural Roots

American Southern American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,094
Total SSA Count
92
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ellie, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Elliemae Rank #2,094

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2094 for Elliemae.

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

Elliemae ___

  • Elliemae Grace
  • Elliemae June
  • Elliemae Pearl
  • Elliemae Ruth
  • Elliemae Louise
  • Elliemae Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Elliemae

Bettylou Rosemae Clarice Hattie Dolly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Elliemae more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Elliemae at #2094 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Elliemae mean?

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

Are Amelia and Elliemae boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Elliemae is primarily a girl name.

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