Amelia vs Maddison

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
Maddison Rank #487

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #487 for Maddison.

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

Maddison ___

  • Maddison Grace
  • Maddison Rose
  • Maddison Claire
  • Maddison Lynn
  • Maddison Faith
  • Maddison Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maddison

Aiden Brooklyn Jayden Taylor Logan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maddison more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maddison at #487 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maddison mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maddison means "son of Matthew, gift of God" (English origin).

Are Amelia and Maddison boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maddison is primarily a girl name.

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