Amelia vs Ivy

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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Ivy

Girl #36 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ivy plant, climbing vine"

Origin: Old English ifig

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36
Total SSA Count
5,323
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ives

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ivy Rank #36

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #36 for Ivy.

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

Ivy ___

  • Ivy Rose
  • Ivy Mae
  • Ivy Grace
  • Ivy Jean
  • Ivy Claire
  • Ivy Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ivy

Violet Hazel Jasper Willow Clover

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ivy more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ivy at #36 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ivy mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ivy means "ivy plant, climbing vine" (Old English ifig origin).

Are Amelia and Ivy boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ivy is primarily a girl name.

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