Amelia vs Iylah

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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Iylah

Girl #2,478 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"island (from Isla)"

Origin: Scottish

Cultural Roots

American Scottish Turkish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,478
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ily, Lah

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Iylah Rank #2,478

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2478 for Iylah.

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

Iylah ___

  • Iylah Rose
  • Iylah Grace
  • Iylah Mae
  • Iylah Claire
  • Iylah Faith
  • Iylah Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Iylah

Isla Ayla Nova Luna Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Iylah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Iylah at #2478 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Iylah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Iylah means "island (from Isla)" (Scottish origin).

Are Amelia and Iylah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Iylah is primarily a girl name.

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