Amelia vs Meryl

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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Meryl

Girl #5,487 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright sea, shining pool"

Origin: Celtic/Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,487
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mer

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Meryl Rank #5,487

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5487 for Meryl.

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

Meryl ___

  • Meryl Anne
  • Meryl Louise
  • Meryl Grace
  • Meryl Jane
  • Meryl Claire
  • Meryl Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Meryl

Celia Hazel Gwen Sylvia Audrey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Meryl more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Meryl at #5487 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Meryl mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Meryl means "bright sea, shining pool" (Celtic/Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Meryl boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Meryl is primarily a girl name.

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