Amelia vs Marigold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marigold

Girl #693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Goldie, Merry

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Marigold Rank #693

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #693 for Marigold.

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

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Marigold

Primrose Violet Clementine Barnaby Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Marigold more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Marigold at #693 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Marigold mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin).

Are Amelia and Marigold boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Marigold is primarily a girl name.

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