Amelia vs Enya

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

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Enya

Girl #4,155 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"kernel, grain, seed"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,155
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
En, Nya

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Enya Rank #4,155

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4155 for Enya.

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

Enya ___

  • Enya Rose
  • Enya Maeve
  • Enya Grace
  • Enya Claire
  • Enya Fiona
  • Enya Brigid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Enya

Aoife Niamh Cian Declan Saoirse

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Enya more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Enya at #4155 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Enya mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Enya means "kernel, grain, seed" (Old Irish origin).

Are Amelia and Enya boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Enya is primarily a girl name.

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