Amelia vs Moira

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
Moira Rank #1,902

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1902 for Moira.

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

Moira ___

  • Moira Rose
  • Moira Grace
  • Moira Anne
  • Moira Claire
  • Moira Jean
  • Moira Kathleen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Moira

Fiona Brigid Siobhan Conor Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Moira more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Moira at #1902 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Moira mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Moira means "fate, destiny" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Moira boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Moira is primarily a girl name.

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