Amelia vs Maribeth

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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Maribeth

Girl #6,331 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, drop of the sea (Mary) + house of God (Beth)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,331
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Beth, MB

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Maribeth Rank #6,331

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #6331 for Maribeth.

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

Maribeth ___

  • Maribeth Ann
  • Maribeth Lynn
  • Maribeth Grace
  • Maribeth Louise
  • Maribeth Jean
  • Maribeth Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maribeth

Carolyn Peggy Patricia Donna Sandra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maribeth more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maribeth at #6331 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maribeth mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maribeth means "beloved, drop of the sea (Mary) + house of God (Beth)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Maribeth boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maribeth is primarily a girl name.

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