Amelia vs Lillie

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lillie Rank #683

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #683 for Lillie.

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

Lillie ___

  • Lillie Mae
  • Lillie Rose
  • Lillie Grace
  • Lillie Ann
  • Lillie Jane
  • Lillie Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lillie

Violet Daisy Iris Jasper Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lillie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lillie mean?

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

Are Amelia and Lillie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lillie is primarily a girl name.

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