Amelia vs Leonor

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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Leonor

Girl #2,065 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Catalan European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,065
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Leo, Nora, Leonorcita

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Leonor Rank #2,065

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2065 for Leonor.

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

Leonor ___

  • Leonor Isabella
  • Leonor Sofia
  • Leonor Valentina
  • Leonor Elena
  • Leonor Catalina
  • Leonor Victoria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Leonor

Mateo Carlos Isabella Felipe Ana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Leonor more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Leonor at #2065 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Leonor mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Leonor means "shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Leonor boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Leonor is primarily a girl name.

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