Amelia vs Emelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emelia

Girl #573 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, striving"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#573
Total SSA Count
527
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy, Lia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Emelia Rank #573

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #573 for Emelia.

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

Emelia ___

  • Emelia Rose
  • Emelia Grace
  • Emelia Jane
  • Emelia Claire
  • Emelia Mae
  • Emelia Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Emelia

Olivia Charlotte Henry Theodore Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Emelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Emelia at #573 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Emelia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Emelia means "rival, striving" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Emelia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Emelia is primarily a girl name.

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