Amelia vs Lilo

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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Lilo

Girl #3,828 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian German English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,828
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Li, Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lilo Rank #3,828

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3828 for Lilo.

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

Lilo ___

  • Lilo Rose
  • Lilo Mae
  • Lilo Joy
  • Lilo Skye
  • Lilo Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lilo

Nani Koa Kai Malia Hana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lilo more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lilo at #3828 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lilo mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lilo means "generous one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amelia and Lilo boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lilo is primarily a girl name.

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