Amelia vs Nelly

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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Nelly

Girl #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one (from Helen)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,355
Total SSA Count
168
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Nell

Playground Safety Score

23 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Nelly Rank #1,355

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1355 for Nelly.

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

Nelly ___

  • Nelly Rose
  • Nelly Grace
  • Nelly Jane
  • Nelly Mae
  • Nelly Ann
  • Nelly Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Nelly

Archie Bertie Violet Marigold Freddie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Nelly more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Nelly at #1355 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Nelly mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Nelly means "bright, shining one (from Helen)" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Nelly boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Nelly is primarily a girl name.

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