Amelia vs Lani

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lani Rank #1,917

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1917 for Lani.

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

Lani ___

  • Lani Rose
  • Lani Mae
  • Lani Grace
  • Lani Claire
  • Lani Jade
  • Lani Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lani

Kai Malia Koa Hana Nalu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lani at #1917 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lani means "royal, majestic" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amelia and Lani boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lani is primarily a girl name.

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