Amelia vs Laniyah

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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Laniyah

Girl #2,401 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly, sky, royal"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

African-American American Hawaiian-inspired

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,401
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lani, Niyah

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Laniyah Rank #2,401

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2401 for Laniyah.

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

Laniyah ___

  • Laniyah Grace
  • Laniyah Nicole
  • Laniyah Rose
  • Laniyah Marie
  • Laniyah Jade
  • Laniyah Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Laniyah

Aaliyah Kalani Saniyah Zion Maliyah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Laniyah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Laniyah at #2401 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Laniyah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Laniyah means "heavenly, sky, royal" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amelia and Laniyah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Laniyah is primarily a girl name.

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