Amelia vs Robin

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

Robin

Girl #798 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame, shining fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#798
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rob

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Robin Rank #798

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #798 for Robin.

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

Robin ___

  • Robin Anne
  • Robin Grace
  • Robin Lynn
  • Robin Marie
  • Robin Jean
  • Robin Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Robin

Wren Finch Jay Sterling Holly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Robin more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Robin at #798 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Robin mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Robin means "bright fame, shining fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Robin boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Robin is primarily a girl name.

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