Amelia vs Hayden

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
Hayden Rank #154

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #154 for Hayden.

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

Hayden ___

  • Hayden James
  • Hayden Michael
  • Hayden William
  • Hayden Cole
  • Hayden Luke
  • Hayden Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

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If you choose Hayden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hayden more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hayden at #154 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hayden mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Hayden boy or girl names?

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

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