Amelia vs Lilah

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lilah Rank #179

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #179 for Lilah.

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

Lilah ___

  • Lilah Rose
  • Lilah Grace
  • Lilah Jane
  • Lilah Mae
  • Lilah Frances
  • Lilah Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lilah

Ezra Jonah Elara Violet Silas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lilah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lilah at #179 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lilah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lilah means "night" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Lilah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lilah is primarily a girl name.

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