Amelia vs Mya

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

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Mya

Girl #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#366
Total SSA Count
853
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
My, Mi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Mya Rank #366

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #366 for Mya.

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

Mya ___

  • Mya Grace
  • Mya Rose
  • Mya Jade
  • Mya Belle
  • Mya Renee
  • Mya Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mya

Zara Kai Aria Leo Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Mya more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Mya at #366 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Mya mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Mya means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Mya boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Mya is primarily a girl name.

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