Amelia vs Niah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niah

Girl #3,106 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, radiant"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh African African-American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,106
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ni

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Niah Rank #3,106

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3106 for Niah.

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

Niah ___

  • Niah Rose
  • Niah Faith
  • Niah Grace
  • Niah Jade
  • Niah Sky
  • Niah Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Niah

Zara Amara Kai Zion Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Niah more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Niah at #3106 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Niah mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Niah means "bright, radiant" (Welsh origin).

Are Amelia and Niah boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Niah is primarily a girl name.

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