Amelia vs Hudson

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Hudson Rank #22

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #22 for Hudson.

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

Hudson ___

  • Hudson James
  • Hudson Cole
  • Hudson Thomas
  • Hudson Grey
  • Hudson Reid
  • Hudson Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hudson

Scarlett Parker Emerson Finley Brooklyn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hudson more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hudson at #22 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hudson mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin).

Are Amelia and Hudson boy or girl names?

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

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