Amelia vs Lillian

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
Lillian Rank #54

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #54 for Lillian.

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

Lillian ___

  • Lillian Rose
  • Lillian Grace
  • Lillian Mae
  • Lillian Marie
  • Lillian Anne
  • Lillian Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lillian

Violet Iris Henry Theodore Eloise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lillian more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lillian at #54 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lillian mean?

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

Are Amelia and Lillian boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lillian is primarily a girl name.

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