Amelia vs Ellington

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
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellington Rank #3,567

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3567 for Ellington.

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

Ellington ___

  • Ellington Rose
  • Ellington Grace
  • Ellington Mae
  • Ellington Claire
  • Ellington Jane
  • Ellington Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellington

Remington Harlow Waverly Sutton Beckett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellington more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellington at #3567 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellington mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ellington means "settlement of Ella's people" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Ellington boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellington is primarily a girl name.

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