Amelia vs Mayla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayla

Girl #1,766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful, beloved"

Origin: Modern American blend

Cultural Roots

American Middle Eastern influenced

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,766
Total SSA Count
114
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
May, Mae

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Mayla Rank #1,766

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1766 for Mayla.

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

Mayla ___

  • Mayla Rose
  • Mayla Grace
  • Mayla Belle
  • Mayla Jade
  • Mayla Lynn
  • Mayla Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mayla

Avery Harper Logan Olivia Miles

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mayla more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mayla at #1766 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mayla mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mayla means "graceful, beloved" (Modern American blend origin).

Are Amelia and Mayla boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mayla is primarily a girl name.

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