Amelia vs Priya

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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Priya

Girl #1,855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, dear"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindu Sri Lankan Nepali

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,855
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Priya Rank #1,855

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1855 for Priya.

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

Priya ___

  • Priya Asha
  • Priya Maya
  • Priya Anjali
  • Priya Lakshmi
  • Priya Devi
  • Priya Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Priya

Arjun Anya Rohan Ananya Dev

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Priya more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Priya at #1855 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Priya mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Priya means "beloved, dear" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Amelia and Priya boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Priya is primarily a girl name.

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