Amelia vs Rey

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
Rey Rank #823

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #823 for Rey.

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

Rey ___

  • Rey Alexander
  • Rey Miguel
  • Rey Antonio
  • Rey James
  • Rey Cruz
  • Rey Luis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Rey

Luna Sol Diego Valentina Marco

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Rey more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Rey mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Amelia and Rey boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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