Amelia vs Jaliyah

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Jaliyah Rank #802

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #802 for Jaliyah.

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

Jaliyah ___

  • Jaliyah Grace
  • Jaliyah Nicole
  • Jaliyah Marie
  • Jaliyah Rose
  • Jaliyah Faith
  • Jaliyah Simone

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Jaliyah

Aaliyah Zara Kalani Nasir Zion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Jaliyah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Jaliyah at #802 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Jaliyah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Jaliyah means "great, majestic" (Arabic origin).

Are Amelia and Jaliyah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Jaliyah is primarily a girl name.

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