Amelia vs Jennifer

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
Jennifer Rank #546

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #546 for Jennifer.

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

Jennifer ___

  • Jennifer Lynn
  • Jennifer Marie
  • Jennifer Anne
  • Jennifer Grace
  • Jennifer Nicole
  • Jennifer Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Jennifer

Michael Jason Amy Melissa Brian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Jennifer more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Jennifer at #546 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Jennifer mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Jennifer means "white wave, fair one" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Jennifer boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Jennifer is primarily a girl name.

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