Amelia vs Hilary

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

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Hilary

Girl #4,118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, merry, joyful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,118
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hil, Hill

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Hilary Rank #4,118

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4118 for Hilary.

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

Hilary ___

  • Hilary Anne
  • Hilary Jane
  • Hilary Clare
  • Hilary Rose
  • Hilary Grace
  • Hilary Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hilary

Mallory Avery Ellery Bradley Courtney

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hilary more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hilary at #4118 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hilary mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hilary means "cheerful, merry, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Hilary boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Hilary is primarily a girl name.

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