Amelia vs Major

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
Major Rank #581

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #581 for Major.

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

Major ___

  • Major James
  • Major Lee
  • Major Cole
  • Major Reed
  • Major West
  • Major Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Major

Knox Legend True Blaze Crew

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Major more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Major at #581 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Major mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Major boy or girl names?

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

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