Amelia vs Maela

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
Maela Rank #2,548

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2548 for Maela.

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

Maela ___

  • Maela Rose
  • Maela Sophie
  • Maela Claire
  • Maela Louise
  • Maela Elise
  • Maela Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maela

Elowen Tristan Isolde Gavin Anwen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maela more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maela at #2548 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maela mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maela means "princess, chief" (Celtic origin).

Are Amelia and Maela boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maela is primarily a girl name.

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