Amelia vs Ethan

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
Ethan Rank #19

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #19 for Ethan.

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

Ethan ___

  • Ethan James
  • Ethan Cole
  • Ethan Thomas
  • Ethan Alexander
  • Ethan Grey
  • Ethan Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ethan

Emma Sophia Noah Olivia Lucas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ethan more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ethan at #19 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ethan mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Ethan boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ethan is primarily a boy name.

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