Amelia vs Johanna

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
Johanna Rank #848

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #848 for Johanna.

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

Johanna ___

  • Johanna Marie
  • Johanna Rose
  • Johanna Elizabeth
  • Johanna Claire
  • Johanna Grace
  • Johanna Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Johanna

Elise Mathilde Friedrich Anneliese Lotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Johanna more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Johanna at #848 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Johanna mean?

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

Are Amelia and Johanna boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Johanna is primarily a girl name.

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