Amelia vs Mirah

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
Mirah Rank #5,237

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5237 for Mirah.

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

Mirah ___

  • Mirah Rose
  • Mirah Jane
  • Mirah Claire
  • Mirah Elise
  • Mirah Grace
  • Mirah Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mirah

Lyra Sera Zara Ezra Elias

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mirah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mirah at #5237 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mirah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mirah means "sea, ocean" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Amelia and Mirah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mirah is primarily a girl name.

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