Amelia vs Hennessy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hennessy

Girl #3,558 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Angus"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,558
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Henny, Henn, Nessy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Hennessy Rank #3,558

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3558 for Hennessy.

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

Hennessy ___

  • Hennessy Rose
  • Hennessy Mae
  • Hennessy Grace
  • Hennessy James
  • Hennessy Nicole
  • Hennessy Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hennessy

Kennedy Harlow Brennan Sloane Jameson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hennessy more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hennessy at #3558 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hennessy mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hennessy means "descendant of Angus" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Hennessy boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Hennessy is primarily a girl name.

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