Amelia vs Marla

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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Marla

Girl #2,326 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of Magdala, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American German English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,326
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mar, Marley

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Marla Rank #2,326

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2326 for Marla.

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

Marla ___

  • Marla Jean
  • Marla Ann
  • Marla Kay
  • Marla Lynn
  • Marla Rose
  • Marla Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Marla

Darla Carla Sharla Harlan Garland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Marla more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Marla at #2326 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Marla mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Marla means "woman of Magdala, beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Marla boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Marla is primarily a girl name.

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