Amelia vs Majel

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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Majel

Girl #48,991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Maiella, a mountain region in Italy"

Origin: Italian

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#48,991
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
May, Maj

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Majel Rank #48,991

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #48991 for Majel.

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

Majel ___

  • Majel Rose
  • Majel Grace
  • Majel Anne
  • Majel Elizabeth
  • Majel Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Majel

Deanna Beverly Guinan Worf Uhura

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Majel more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Majel at #48991 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Majel mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Majel means "from Maiella, a mountain region in Italy" (Italian origin).

Are Amelia and Majel boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Majel is primarily a girl name.

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