Amelia vs Phillip

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
Phillip Rank #627

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #627 for Phillip.

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

Phillip ___

  • Phillip James
  • Phillip John
  • Phillip Thomas
  • Phillip Michael
  • Phillip Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Phillip

William Elizabeth Catherine Andrew Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Phillip more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Phillip mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Phillip boy or girl names?

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

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