Amelia vs Faye

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
Faye Rank #539

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #539 for Faye.

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

Faye ___

  • Faye Elizabeth
  • Faye Marie
  • Faye Grace
  • Faye Louise
  • Faye Alexandra
  • Faye Catherine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Faye

Ivy June Beau Lena Cole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Faye more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Faye at #539 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Faye mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Faye means "fairy, enchantment" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Faye boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Faye is primarily a girl name.

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