Amelia vs Kathrine

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Kathrine Rank #5,911

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5911 for Kathrine.

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

Kathrine ___

  • Kathrine Anne
  • Kathrine Grace
  • Kathrine Rose
  • Kathrine Elizabeth
  • Kathrine Louise
  • Kathrine Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kathrine

Eleanor Margaret Charlotte William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kathrine more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kathrine at #5911 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kathrine mean?

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

Are Amelia and Kathrine boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kathrine is primarily a girl name.

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