Amelia vs Marisa

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

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Marisa Rank #3,902

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3902 for Marisa.

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

Marisa ___

  • Marisa Grace
  • Marisa Joy
  • Marisa Anne
  • Marisa Lynn
  • Marisa Claire
  • Marisa Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Marisa

Lucia Isabella Marco Gianna Elena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Marisa more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Marisa at #3902 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Marisa mean?

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

Are Amelia and Marisa boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Marisa is primarily a girl name.

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