Amelia vs Gavin

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
Gavin Rank #254

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #254 for Gavin.

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

Gavin ___

  • Gavin James
  • Gavin Michael
  • Gavin Thomas
  • Gavin Lee
  • Gavin Scott
  • Gavin Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Gavin

Liam Owen Nora Brynn Connor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Gavin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Gavin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Gavin boy or girl names?

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

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