Amelia vs Leo

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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Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Leo Rank #24

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #24 for Leo.

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

Leo ___

  • Leo James
  • Leo Thomas
  • Leo Alexander
  • Leo Cole
  • Leo Grey
  • Leo Xavier

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Leo

Luna Isla Mia Oscar Violet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Leo more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Leo at #24 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Leo mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Leo boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Leo is primarily a boy name.

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