Amelia vs Harper

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
Harper Rank #12

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #12 for Harper.

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

Harper ___

  • Harper Rose
  • Harper Grace
  • Harper Elizabeth
  • Harper Mae
  • Harper Jane
  • Harper Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Harper

Oliver Theodore Sawyer Olivia Scarlett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Harper more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Harper at #12 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Harper mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Harper means "harp player, harper" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Harper boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Harper is primarily a girl name.

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