Amelia vs Neil

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
Neil Rank #866

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #866 for Neil.

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

Neil ___

  • Neil James
  • Neil Thomas
  • Neil Patrick
  • Neil Robert
  • Neil Alan
  • Neil Gordon

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Neil

Colin Brendan Siobhan Fiona Sean

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Neil more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Neil mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin).

Are Amelia and Neil boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Neil is primarily a boy name.

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