Amelia vs Giselle

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

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Giselle

Girl #356 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, hostage (of good faith)"

Origin: Germanic (gisal)

Cultural Roots

French German Latin American Brazilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#356
Total SSA Count
871
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gigi, Elle

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Giselle Rank #356

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #356 for Giselle.

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

Giselle ___

  • Giselle Marie
  • Giselle Eloise
  • Giselle Claire
  • Giselle Simone
  • Giselle Fleur
  • Giselle Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Giselle

Isabelle Chloe Dominique Pierre Margaux

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Giselle more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Giselle at #356 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Giselle mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Giselle means "pledge, hostage (of good faith)" (Germanic (gisal) origin).

Are Amelia and Giselle boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Giselle is primarily a girl name.

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