Amelia vs Persephone

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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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Persephone Rank #737

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #737 for Persephone.

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

Persephone ___

  • Persephone Rose
  • Persephone Luna
  • Persephone Jade
  • Persephone Wren
  • Persephone Mae
  • Persephone Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Persephone

Athena Calliope Orion Daphne Phoebe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Persephone more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Persephone at #737 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Persephone mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Persephone means "bringer of destruction" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Persephone boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Persephone is primarily a girl name.

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