Amelia vs Hansel

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
Hansel Rank #1,666

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1666 for Hansel.

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

Hansel ___

  • Hansel Friedrich
  • Hansel Wilhelm
  • Hansel Georg
  • Hansel Karl
  • Hansel Ernst
  • Hansel Peter

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hansel

Gretel Klaus Liesel Fritz Greta

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hansel more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hansel at #1666 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hansel mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hansel means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via German origin).

Are Amelia and Hansel boy or girl names?

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

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