Amelia vs Laurel

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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Laurel

Girl #727 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree; bay laurel"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#727
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laur, Laurie, Lauri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Laurel Rank #727

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #727 for Laurel.

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

Laurel ___

  • Laurel Ann
  • Laurel Jean
  • Laurel Marie
  • Laurel Kate
  • Laurel Grace
  • Laurel Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Laurel

Ivy Violet Hazel Rowan Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Laurel more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Laurel at #727 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Laurel mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Laurel means "laurel tree; bay laurel" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Laurel boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Laurel is primarily a girl name.

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