Amelia vs Emory

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Emory Rank #330

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #330 for Emory.

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

Emory ___

  • Emory Grace
  • Emory Jane
  • Emory Marie
  • Emory Claire
  • Emory Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Emory

Avery Logan Sawyer Quinn Harper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Emory more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Emory at #330 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Emory mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Emory means "home strength, brave power" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Emory boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Emory is primarily a girl name.

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