Amelia vs Karissa

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

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Karissa Rank #2,663

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2663 for Karissa.

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

Karissa ___

  • Karissa Lynn
  • Karissa Marie
  • Karissa Anne
  • Karissa Grace
  • Karissa Nicole
  • Karissa Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Karissa

Marissa Brianna Ryan Tyler Melissa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Karissa more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Karissa at #2663 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Karissa mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Karissa means "grace, kindness" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Karissa boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Karissa is primarily a girl name.

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