Amelia vs Myriam

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Myriam Rank #4,815

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4815 for Myriam.

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

Myriam ___

  • Myriam Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Myriam

Esther

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Myriam more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Myriam at #4815 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Myriam mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Myriam means "beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Myriam boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Myriam is primarily a girl name.

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