Amelia vs Jessa

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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Jessa

Girl #2,040 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God beholds, foresight"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,040
Total SSA Count
95
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jess, Jessie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Jessa Rank #2,040

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2040 for Jessa.

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

Jessa ___

  • Jessa Rose
  • Jessa Mae
  • Jessa Lynn
  • Jessa Grace
  • Jessa Claire
  • Jessa Beth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Jessa

Tessa Cora Eliza Finn Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Jessa more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Jessa at #2040 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Jessa mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Jessa means "God beholds, foresight" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Jessa boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Jessa is primarily a girl name.

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