Amelia vs Elyra

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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Elyra

Girl #40,705 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Elysium, heavenly"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#40,705
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lyra, Ely, Ellie

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Elyra Rank #40,705

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #40705 for Elyra.

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

Elyra ___

  • Elyra Rose
  • Elyra Grace
  • Elyra Mae
  • Elyra Wren
  • Elyra Skye
  • Elyra Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Elyra

Lyra Aria Seren Calla Lior

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Elyra more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Elyra at #40705 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Elyra mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Elyra means "from Elysium, heavenly" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Elyra boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Elyra is primarily a girl name.

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