Amelia vs Mimi

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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Mimi

Girl #5,366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew (via Marie/Maria)

Cultural Roots

French Italian English American Taiwanese/Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,366
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Mimi Rank #5,366

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5366 for Mimi.

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

Mimi ___

  • Mimi Rose
  • Mimi Claire
  • Mimi Grace
  • Mimi Louise
  • Mimi Elise
  • Mimi Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mimi

Coco Lulu Fifi Gigi Bebe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mimi more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mimi at #5366 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mimi mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mimi means "sea of bitterness, beloved" (Hebrew (via Marie/Maria) origin).

Are Amelia and Mimi boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mimi is primarily a girl name.

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