Amelia vs Helena

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

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Helena

Girl #414 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"shining light, bright one"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Scandinavian German Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#414
Total SSA Count
754
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hel, Nell, Nellie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Helena Rank #414

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #414 for Helena.

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

Helena ___

  • Helena Rose
  • Helena Grace
  • Helena Mae
  • Helena Jane
  • Helena Louise
  • Helena Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Helena

Cecilia Vivienne Augustus Theodore Sebastian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Helena more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Helena at #414 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Helena mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Helena means "shining light, bright one" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Helena boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Helena is primarily a girl name.

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