Amelia vs Emilly

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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Emilly

Girl #3,838 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager, industrious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Italian French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,838
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy, Millie

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Emilly Rank #3,838

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3838 for Emilly.

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

Emilly ___

  • Emilly Rose
  • Emilly Jane
  • Emilly Grace
  • Emilly Claire
  • Emilly Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Emilly

Olivia Charlotte James Henry Eleanor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Emilly more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Emilly at #3838 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Emilly mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Emilly means "rival, eager, industrious" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Emilly boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Emilly is primarily a girl name.

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