Amelia vs Katherine

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
Katherine Rank #175

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #175 for Katherine.

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

Katherine ___

  • Katherine Elizabeth
  • Katherine Anne
  • Katherine Grace
  • Katherine Marie
  • Katherine Louise
  • Katherine Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Katherine

William Henry Charlotte Edward Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Katherine more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Katherine at #175 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Katherine mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Katherine means "pure" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Katherine boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Katherine is primarily a girl name.

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