Amelia vs Mercia

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
Mercia Rank #68,500

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #68500 for Mercia.

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

Mercia ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mercia

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mercia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mercia at #68500 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mercia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Mercia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mercia is primarily a girl name.

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