Amelia vs Melany

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

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Melany

Girl #438 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"black, dark-colored"

Origin: Greek (melas)

Cultural Roots

French English Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#438
Total SSA Count
707
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel, Melly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Melany Rank #438

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #438 for Melany.

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

Melany ___

  • Melany Grace
  • Melany Rose
  • Melany Jane
  • Melany Claire
  • Melany Anne
  • Melany Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Melany

Cecily Vivian Jasper Leo Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Melany more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Melany at #438 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Melany mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Melany means "black, dark-colored" (Greek (melas) origin).

Are Amelia and Melany boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Melany is primarily a girl name.

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