Amelia vs Maggie

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
Maggie Rank #299

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #299 for Maggie.

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

Maggie ___

  • Maggie Rose
  • Maggie Grace
  • Maggie Jane
  • Maggie Lee
  • Maggie Mae
  • Maggie Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maggie

Millie Nellie Lottie Archie Teddy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maggie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maggie at #299 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maggie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maggie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Maggie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maggie is primarily a girl name.

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