Amelia vs Rico

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
Rico Rank #1,698

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1698 for Rico.

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

Rico ___

  • Rico James
  • Rico Santos
  • Rico Alejandro
  • Rico Cruz
  • Rico Mateo

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Rico

Nico Marco Sofia Valentina Diego

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Rico more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Rico at #1698 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Rico mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Rico means "powerful ruler" (Germanic via Spanish origin).

Are Amelia and Rico boy or girl names?

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

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