Amelia vs Mahlon

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
Mahlon Rank #3,441

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3441 for Mahlon.

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

Mahlon ___

  • Mahlon James
  • Mahlon Robert
  • Mahlon Edward
  • Mahlon Thomas
  • Mahlon David
  • Mahlon Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mahlon

Naomi Ruth Boaz Ezra Levi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mahlon more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mahlon at #3441 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mahlon mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mahlon means "sickness; weakness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Mahlon boy or girl names?

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

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