Amelia vs Ellyn

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

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellyn Rank #70,723

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #70723 for Ellyn.

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

Ellyn ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellyn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellyn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellyn at #70723 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellyn mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Ellyn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellyn is primarily a girl name.

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