Amelia vs Goodness

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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Goodness

Girl #26,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the quality of being morally good, righteous, or kind"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Nigerian Igbo West African English-speaking African diaspora

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,236
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Goody, Nessie, Good

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Goodness Rank #26,236

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #26236 for Goodness.

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

Goodness ___

  • Goodness Grace
  • Goodness Peace
  • Goodness Joy
  • Goodness Faith
  • Goodness Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Goodness

Blessing Favour Goodluck Mercy Precious

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Goodness more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Goodness at #26236 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Goodness mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Goodness means "the quality of being morally good, righteous, or kind" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Goodness boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Goodness is primarily a girl name.

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