Amelia vs Nelson

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
Nelson Rank #778

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #778 for Nelson.

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

Nelson ___

  • Nelson James
  • Nelson Edward
  • Nelson William
  • Nelson George
  • Nelson Lee
  • Nelson Ray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Nelson

Grant Winston Lincoln Clara Ruth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Nelson more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Nelson at #778 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Nelson mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Nelson means "son of Neil, son of the champion" (English origin).

Are Amelia and Nelson boy or girl names?

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

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