Amelia vs Nalani

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
Nalani Rank #529

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #529 for Nalani.

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

Nalani ___

  • Nalani Grace
  • Nalani Rose
  • Nalani Jade
  • Nalani Sky
  • Nalani Marie
  • Nalani Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Nalani

Kai Leilani Keoni Malia Koa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Nalani more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Nalani at #529 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Nalani mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Nalani means "the heavens" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Amelia and Nalani boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Nalani is primarily a girl name.

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