Amelia vs Meredith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Meredith

Girl #490 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"great lord, magnificent ruler"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#490
Total SSA Count
621
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Meri, Merry, Mere

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Meredith Rank #490

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #490 for Meredith.

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

Meredith ___

  • Meredith Grace
  • Meredith Ann
  • Meredith Rose
  • Meredith Jane
  • Meredith Kate
  • Meredith Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Meredith

Rhys Bronwen Gareth Seren Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Meredith more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Meredith at #490 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Meredith mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Meredith means "great lord, magnificent ruler" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Meredith boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Meredith is primarily a girl name.

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