Amelia vs Hillary

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
Hillary Rank #2,340

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2340 for Hillary.

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

Hillary ___

  • Hillary Ann
  • Hillary Jane
  • Hillary Grace
  • Hillary Marie
  • Hillary Louise
  • Hillary Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hillary

Ashley Courtney Chelsea Whitney Spencer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hillary more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hillary at #2340 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hillary mean?

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

Are Amelia and Hillary boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Hillary is primarily a girl name.

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