Amelia vs Maevis

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Maevis Rank #2,792

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2792 for Maevis.

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

Maevis ___

  • Maevis Rose
  • Maevis Jane
  • Maevis Claire
  • Maevis Eleanor
  • Maevis Louise
  • Maevis Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maevis

Cecily Hazel Atticus Jasper Cora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maevis more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maevis at #2792 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maevis mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maevis means "song thrush (bird)" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Maevis boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maevis is primarily a girl name.

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