Amelia vs Maiya

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

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Maiya

Girl #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"illusion, magic, divine power"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Greek English Scandinavian Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
80
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mai, My

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Maiya Rank #2,306

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2306 for Maiya.

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

Maiya ___

  • Maiya Rose
  • Maiya Grace
  • Maiya Jade
  • Maiya Elise
  • Maiya Simone
  • Maiya Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maiya

Aria Luna Zara Priya Layla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maiya more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maiya at #2306 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maiya mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maiya means "illusion, magic, divine power" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Amelia and Maiya boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maiya is primarily a girl name.

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