Amelia vs Makani

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
Makani Rank #4,862

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4862 for Makani.

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

Makani ___

  • Makani Kai
  • Makani James
  • Makani Lee
  • Makani Cruz
  • Makani Ridge
  • Makani Blue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Makani

Kai Lani Koa Nalu Malia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Makani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Makani at #4862 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Makani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Makani means "the wind" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amelia and Makani boy or girl names?

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

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