Amelia vs Gaelle

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

Gaelle

Girl #6,587 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Gaul, Celt (person of Celtic origin)"

Origin: Breton

Cultural Roots

Breton French Celtic French Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,587
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gae, Elle

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Gaelle Rank #6,587

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #6587 for Gaelle.

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

Gaelle ___

  • Gaelle Marie
  • Gaelle Anne
  • Gaelle Rose
  • Gaelle Claire
  • Gaelle Sophie
  • Gaelle Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Gaelle

Maelle Nolwenn Ronan Malo Solene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Gaelle more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Gaelle at #6587 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Gaelle mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Gaelle means "Gaul, Celt (person of Celtic origin)" (Breton origin).

Are Amelia and Gaelle boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Gaelle is primarily a girl name.

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