Amelia vs Mabel

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
Mabel Rank #222

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #222 for Mabel.

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

Mabel ___

  • Mabel Rose
  • Mabel Jane
  • Mabel Grace
  • Mabel June
  • Mabel Pearl
  • Mabel Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mabel

Hazel Florence Walter Ernest Edith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mabel more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mabel at #222 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mabel mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mabel means "lovable, dear" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Mabel boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mabel is primarily a girl name.

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