Amelia vs Libby

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

Playground Safety Score

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Libby

Girl #1,122 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledged to God, God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (via Elizabeth)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,122
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lib

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Libby Rank #1,122

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1122 for Libby.

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

Libby ___

  • Libby Jane
  • Libby Rose
  • Libby Mae
  • Libby Ann
  • Libby Grace
  • Libby Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Libby

Nellie Archie Millie Freddie Rosie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Libby more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Libby at #1122 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Libby mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Libby means "pledged to God, God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Elizabeth) origin).

Are Amelia and Libby boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Libby is primarily a girl name.

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