Amelia vs Gareth

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
Gareth Rank #2,658

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2658 for Gareth.

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

Gareth ___

  • Gareth Owen
  • Gareth Rhys
  • Gareth James
  • Gareth David
  • Gareth Thomas
  • Gareth Morgan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Gareth

Rhiannon Owen Bronwen Alun Seren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Gareth more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Gareth mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Gareth boy or girl names?

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

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