Amelia vs Nyx

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

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Nyx

Girl #2,712 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"night, darkness"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,712
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Nyx Rank #2,712

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2712 for Nyx.

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

Nyx ___

  • Nyx Aurora
  • Nyx Celeste
  • Nyx Luna
  • Nyx Soleil
  • Nyx Vivienne
  • Nyx Elara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Nyx

Zephyr Orion Lyra Calyx Selene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Nyx more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Nyx at #2712 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Nyx mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Nyx means "night, darkness" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Nyx boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Nyx is primarily a girl name.

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