Amelia vs Lulu

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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Lulu

Girl #3,443 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl; precious gem"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic English German American African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,443
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lou, Lu

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lulu Rank #3,443

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3443 for Lulu.

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

Lulu ___

  • Lulu Rose
  • Lulu Mae
  • Lulu Grace
  • Lulu Belle
  • Lulu Jane
  • Lulu Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lulu

Mimi Coco Lola Milo Beau

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lulu more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lulu at #3443 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lulu mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lulu means "pearl; precious gem" (Arabic origin).

Are Amelia and Lulu boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lulu is primarily a girl name.

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