Amelia vs Isla

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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Isla

Girl #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"island"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic from Islay island in Scotland

Cultural Roots

Scottish Spanish English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35
Total SSA Count
5,367
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Izzy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Isla Rank #35

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #35 for Isla.

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

Isla ___

  • Isla Grace
  • Isla Rose
  • Isla Mae
  • Isla Kate
  • Isla Jean
  • Isla Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Isla

Callum Finn Nora Fiona Rory

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Isla more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Isla at #35 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Isla mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Isla means "island" (Scottish Gaelic from Islay island in Scotland origin).

Are Amelia and Isla boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Isla is primarily a girl name.

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