Amelia vs Hunter

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
Hunter Rank #128

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #128 for Hunter.

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

Hunter ___

  • Hunter James
  • Hunter Cole
  • Hunter Reid
  • Hunter Blake
  • Hunter Scott
  • Hunter Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Hunter

Chase Wyatt Sawyer Parker Harley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Hunter more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hunter at #128 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Hunter mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Hunter means "huntsman, pursuer" (Middle English origin).

Are Amelia and Hunter boy or girl names?

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

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