Amelia vs Rachelle

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

Rachelle

Girl #3,220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

French English Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,220
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rach, Shelley, Chelle

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Rachelle Rank #3,220

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3220 for Rachelle.

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

Rachelle ___

  • Rachelle Marie
  • Rachelle Anne
  • Rachelle Claire
  • Rachelle Louise
  • Rachelle Nicole
  • Rachelle Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Rachelle

Danielle Nicolette Gabrielle Etienne Laurent

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Rachelle more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Rachelle at #3220 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Rachelle mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Rachelle means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Rachelle boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Rachelle is primarily a girl name.

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