Amelia vs Neely

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
Neely Rank #5,554

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5554 for Neely.

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

Neely ___

  • Neely Grace
  • Neely Marie
  • Neely Jane
  • Neely Rose
  • Neely Elizabeth
  • Neely Quinn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Neely

Finley Riley Delaney Rowan Cormac

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Neely more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Neely at #5554 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Neely mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Neely means "champion" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Amelia and Neely boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Neely is primarily a girl name.

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