Amelia vs Lesli

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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Lesli

Girl #5,766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"garden of holly"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,766
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Les, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lesli Rank #5,766

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5766 for Lesli.

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

Lesli ___

  • Lesli Anne
  • Lesli Marie
  • Lesli Jane
  • Lesli Kay
  • Lesli Dawn
  • Lesli Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lesli

Debra Karen Donna Gary Mark

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lesli more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lesli at #5766 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lesli mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lesli means "garden of holly" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Lesli boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lesli is primarily a girl name.

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