Amelia vs Rush

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
Rush Rank #1,496

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1496 for Rush.

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

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Rush more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Rush mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Rush boy or girl names?

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

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