Amelia vs Lacey

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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Lacey

Girl #747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the town of Lassy in Normandy"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#747
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lace

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lacey Rank #747

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #747 for Lacey.

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

Lacey ___

  • Lacey Jane
  • Lacey Marie
  • Lacey Ann
  • Lacey Elizabeth
  • Lacey Rose
  • Lacey Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lacey

Stacy Casey Darcy Tracey Holly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lacey more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lacey at #747 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lacey mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lacey means "from the town of Lassy in Normandy" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Amelia and Lacey boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lacey is primarily a girl name.

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