Amelia vs Kensington

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

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Kensington

Girl #2,402 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"estate of Cynsige's people"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,402
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kenny, Kensi, Kenz

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Kensington Rank #2,402

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2402 for Kensington.

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

Kensington ___

  • Kensington Rose
  • Kensington Grace
  • Kensington Jane
  • Kensington Louise
  • Kensington Anne
  • Kensington Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kensington

Pemberton Remington Anniston Blythe Harlow

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kensington more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kensington at #2402 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kensington mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Kensington means "estate of Cynsige's people" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Kensington boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kensington is primarily a girl name.

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