Amelia vs Mia

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
Mia Rank #5

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5 for Mia.

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

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mia at #5 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Amelia and Mia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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