Amelia vs Madelyn

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

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Madelyn

Girl #65 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"high tower, elevated"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
3,364
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddie, Maddy, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Madelyn Rank #65

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #65 for Madelyn.

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

Madelyn ___

  • Madelyn Rose
  • Madelyn Grace
  • Madelyn Claire
  • Madelyn Anne
  • Madelyn Elizabeth
  • Madelyn Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Madelyn

Sophie Charlotte Benjamin Elijah Olivia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Madelyn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Madelyn at #65 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Madelyn mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Madelyn means "high tower, elevated" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Madelyn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Madelyn is primarily a girl name.

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