Amelia vs Marykathryn

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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Marykathryn

Girl #35,753 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary: beloved, wished-for child (Hebrew); Kathryn: pure, clear (Greek)"

Origin: Hebrew / Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Irish Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35,753
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
MK, Mary, Kathy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Marykathryn Rank #35,753

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #35753 for Marykathryn.

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

Marykathryn ___

  • Marykathryn Elizabeth
  • Marykathryn Anne
  • Marykathryn Grace
  • Marykathryn Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Marykathryn

Annabelle Catherine Joseph Patrick Theresa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Marykathryn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Marykathryn at #35753 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Marykathryn mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Marykathryn means "Mary: beloved, wished-for child (Hebrew); Kathryn: pure, clear (Greek)" (Hebrew / Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Marykathryn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Marykathryn is primarily a girl name.

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