Amelia vs Lilli

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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Lilli

Girl #3,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,966
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lilli Rank #3,966

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3966 for Lilli.

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

Lilli ___

  • Lilli Rose
  • Lilli Mae
  • Lilli Grace
  • Lilli Jane
  • Lilli Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lilli

Violet Daisy Oliver Henry Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lilli more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lilli at #3966 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lilli mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lilli means "lily flower" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Lilli boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lilli is primarily a girl name.

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