Amelia vs Kathyn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathyn

Girl #36,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36,256
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kathy, Kate, Kath

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Kathyn Rank #36,256

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #36256 for Kathyn.

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

Kathyn ___

  • Kathyn Anne
  • Kathyn Marie
  • Kathyn Elizabeth
  • Kathyn Jane
  • Kathyn Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kathyn

Carolyn Marilyn Beverly Shirley Barbara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kathyn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kathyn at #36256 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kathyn mean?

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

Are Amelia and Kathyn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kathyn is primarily a girl name.

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