Amelia vs Pilar

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
Pilar Rank #3,452

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3452 for Pilar.

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

Pilar ___

  • Pilar Elena
  • Pilar Sofia
  • Pilar Carmen
  • Pilar Lucia
  • Pilar Isabel
  • Pilar Cristina

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Pilar

Diego Consuelo Lola Ramon Esperanza

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Pilar more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Pilar at #3452 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Pilar mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Pilar means "pillar, column" (Spanish origin).

Are Amelia and Pilar boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Pilar is primarily a girl name.

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