Amelia vs Janai

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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Janai

Girl #2,934 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,934
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nai, Nae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Janai Rank #2,934

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2934 for Janai.

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

Janai ___

  • Janai Nicole
  • Janai Marie
  • Janai Renee
  • Janai Michelle
  • Janai Simone
  • Janai Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Janai

Malik Amara Jaylen Tiara Kamari

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Janai more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Janai at #2934 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Janai mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Janai means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Janai boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Janai is primarily a girl name.

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