Amelia vs Esther

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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Esther

Girl #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#131
Total SSA Count
2,206
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Essie, Ettie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Esther Rank #131

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #131 for Esther.

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

Esther ___

  • Esther Rose
  • Esther Jane
  • Esther Mae
  • Esther Grace
  • Esther Violet
  • Esther Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Esther

Ruth Agnes Sylvia Clement Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Esther more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Esther at #131 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Esther mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Esther means "star" (Persian origin).

Are Amelia and Esther boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Esther is primarily a girl name.

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