Amelia vs Kathryn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathryn

Girl #716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek katharos

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#716
Total SSA Count
391
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kate, Kathy, Kat

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Kathryn Rank #716

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #716 for Kathryn.

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

Kathryn ___

  • Kathryn Anne
  • Kathryn Elizabeth
  • Kathryn Marie
  • Kathryn Louise
  • Kathryn Grace
  • Kathryn Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kathryn

Margaret Elizabeth William Thomas Eleanor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kathryn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kathryn at #716 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kathryn mean?

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

Are Amelia and Kathryn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kathryn is primarily a girl name.

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