Amelia vs Raleigh

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Raleigh Rank #1,918

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1918 for Raleigh.

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

Raleigh ___

  • Raleigh Jane
  • Raleigh Grace
  • Raleigh Anne
  • Raleigh Claire
  • Raleigh June
  • Raleigh Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Raleigh

Camden Savannah Ashton Charlotte Bennett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Raleigh more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Raleigh at #1918 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Raleigh mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Raleigh means "red clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Raleigh boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Raleigh is primarily a girl name.

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