Amelia vs Lux

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
Lux Rank #1,225

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1225 for Lux.

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

Lux ___

  • Lux James
  • Lux Oliver
  • Lux Finn
  • Lux Henry
  • Lux August
  • Lux Sebastian

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lux

Sol Rex Nova Orion Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lux more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lux at #1225 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lux mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lux means "light" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Lux boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lux is primarily a boy name.

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