Amelia vs Kaitlyn

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
Kaitlyn Rank #652

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #652 for Kaitlyn.

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

Kaitlyn ___

  • Kaitlyn Rose
  • Kaitlyn Marie
  • Kaitlyn Grace
  • Kaitlyn Ann
  • Kaitlyn Lee
  • Kaitlyn Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kaitlyn

Ryan Brendan Meghan Erin Patrick

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kaitlyn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kaitlyn at #652 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kaitlyn mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Kaitlyn means "pure" (Greek (via Irish) origin).

Are Amelia and Kaitlyn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kaitlyn is primarily a girl name.

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