Amelia vs Magic

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

Magic

Boy #4,258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"enchantment, supernatural power"

Origin: Latin/Greek

Cultural Roots

American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,258
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mag, Magi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Magic Rank #4,258

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4258 for Magic.

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

Magic ___

  • Magic James
  • Magic Ray
  • Magic Alexander
  • Magic Lee
  • Magic Andre
  • Magic Darius

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Magic

Legend Major Messiah Marvel Royal

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Magic more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Magic at #4258 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Magic mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Magic means "enchantment, supernatural power" (Latin/Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Magic boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Magic is primarily a boy name.

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