Amelia vs Emmeline

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Emmeline Rank #940

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #940 for Emmeline.

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

Emmeline ___

  • Emmeline Rose
  • Emmeline Grace
  • Emmeline Jane
  • Emmeline Kate
  • Emmeline Louise
  • Emmeline Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Emmeline

Charlotte Adelaide Arthur Frederick Cecily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Emmeline more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Emmeline at #940 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Emmeline mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Emmeline means "work, industrious, whole" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Emmeline boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Emmeline is primarily a girl name.

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