Amelia vs Promise

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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Promise

Girl #819 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"solemn commitment"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

African American American Nigerian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#819
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Promi, Prom

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Promise Rank #819

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #819 for Promise.

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

Promise ___

  • Promise Grace
  • Promise Joy
  • Promise Faith
  • Promise Hope
  • Promise Renee
  • Promise Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Promise

Journey Genesis Destiny Miracle Blessing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Promise more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Promise at #819 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Promise mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Promise means "solemn commitment" (English origin).

Are Amelia and Promise boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Promise is primarily a girl name.

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