Amelia vs Luella

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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Luella

Girl #826 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic (Hludwig via Louise)

Cultural Roots

English American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#826
Total SSA Count
331
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lou, Ella, Lulu

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Luella Rank #826

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #826 for Luella.

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

Luella ___

  • Luella Mae
  • Luella Jane
  • Luella Claire
  • Luella Rose
  • Luella Grace
  • Luella Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Luella

Beatrice Rosalind Flora Clement Edgar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Luella more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Luella at #826 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Luella mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Luella means "famous warrior" (Germanic (Hludwig via Louise) origin).

Are Amelia and Luella boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Luella is primarily a girl name.

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