Amelia vs Niya

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

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Niya

Girl #2,415 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"purpose, intention"

Origin: Arabic/Swahili

Cultural Roots

African-American Arabic Swahili

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,415
Total SSA Count
75
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ni

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Niya Rank #2,415

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2415 for Niya.

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

Niya ___

  • Niya Grace
  • Niya Rose
  • Niya Lynn
  • Niya Jade
  • Niya Renee
  • Niya Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Niya

Zara Amara Kai Mya Aaliyah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Niya more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Niya at #2415 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Niya mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Niya means "purpose, intention" (Arabic/Swahili origin).

Are Amelia and Niya boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Niya is primarily a girl name.

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