Amelia vs Melani

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Melani Rank #1,006

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1006 for Melani.

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

Melani ___

  • Melani Grace
  • Melani Rose
  • Melani Claire
  • Melani Anne
  • Melani Joy
  • Melani Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Melani

Natalie Stephanie Valerie Caleb Brandon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Melani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Melani at #1006 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Melani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Melani means "dark, black" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Melani boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Melani is primarily a girl name.

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