Amelia vs Mervin

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
Mervin Rank #2,414

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2414 for Mervin.

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

Mervin ___

  • Mervin Earl
  • Mervin Dale
  • Mervin Wayne
  • Mervin Glen
  • Mervin Roy
  • Mervin Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mervin

Marvin Melvin Virgil Edna Mabel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mervin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mervin at #2414 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mervin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mervin means "marrow of the sea, sea fortress" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Mervin boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mervin is primarily a boy name.

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