Amelia vs Merritt

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
Merritt Rank #1,411

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1411 for Merritt.

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

Merritt ___

  • Merritt Lane
  • Merritt James
  • Merritt Grace
  • Merritt Claire
  • Merritt Elise
  • Merritt Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Merritt

Quinn Sloane Blake Finley Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Merritt more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Merritt at #1411 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Merritt mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Merritt means "boundary gate" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Merritt boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Merritt is primarily a girl name.

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