Amelia vs Maris

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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Maris

Girl #3,455 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the sea"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Latin Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,455
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Maris Rank #3,455

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3455 for Maris.

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

Maris ___

  • Maris Jane
  • Maris Louise
  • Maris Claire
  • Maris Elise
  • Maris June
  • Maris Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maris

Iris Phoebe Felix Caspian Coral

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Maris more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maris at #3455 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Maris mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Maris means "of the sea" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Maris boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Maris is primarily a girl name.

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