Amelia vs Estella

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
Estella Rank #501

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #501 for Estella.

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

Estella ___

  • Estella Rose
  • Estella Jane
  • Estella Marie
  • Estella Claire
  • Estella Grace
  • Estella Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Estella

Oliver Felix Hugo Adelaide Vivienne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Estella more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Estella at #501 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Estella mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Estella means "star" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Estella boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Estella is primarily a girl name.

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