Amelia vs Embry

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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Embry

Girl #4,092 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"universal ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,092
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emm

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Embry Rank #4,092

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4092 for Embry.

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

Embry ___

  • Embry Rose
  • Embry Grace
  • Embry Jane
  • Embry Claire
  • Embry Kate
  • Embry Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Embry

Ember Waverly Avery Remy Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Embry more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Embry at #4092 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Embry mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Embry means "universal ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Embry boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Embry is primarily a girl name.

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