Amelia vs Melanie

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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Melanie

Girl #122 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"dark-complexioned, of dark appearance"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#122
Total SSA Count
2,244
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel, Mellie, Lanie

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Melanie Rank #122

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #122 for Melanie.

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

Melanie ___

  • Melanie Rose
  • Melanie Grace
  • Melanie Anne
  • Melanie Claire
  • Melanie Joy
  • Melanie June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Melanie

Sophie Natalie Julian Benjamin Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Melanie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Melanie at #122 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Melanie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Melanie means "dark-complexioned, of dark appearance" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Melanie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Melanie is primarily a girl name.

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