Amelia vs Nell

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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Nell

Girl #1,460 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek via English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,460
Total SSA Count
150
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Nell Rank #1,460

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1460 for Nell.

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

Nell ___

  • Nell Rose
  • Nell Grace
  • Nell Jane
  • Nell Harper
  • Nell Louise
  • Nell Catherine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Nell

Bea Fern Ivy Wren Jack

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Nell more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Nell at #1460 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Nell mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Nell means "bright, shining one" (Greek via English origin).

Are Amelia and Nell boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Nell is primarily a girl name.

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