Amelia vs Melinda

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Melinda Rank #2,097

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2097 for Melinda.

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

Melinda ___

  • Melinda Ann
  • Melinda Grace
  • Melinda Jane
  • Melinda Louise
  • Melinda Marie
  • Melinda Sue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Melinda

Belinda Lucinda Brenda Sandra Wanda

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Melinda more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Melinda at #2097 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Melinda mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Melinda means "honey, sweet" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Melinda boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Melinda is primarily a girl name.

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