Amelia vs Kailani

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
Kailani Rank #275

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #275 for Kailani.

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

Kailani ___

  • Kailani Rose
  • Kailani Marie
  • Kailani Grace
  • Kailani Jade
  • Kailani Pearl
  • Kailani Maile

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kailani

Keahi Leilani Maui Kaleo Nalu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kailani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kailani at #275 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kailani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Kailani means "heavenly sea, royal waters" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amelia and Kailani boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kailani is primarily a girl name.

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