Amelia vs Samantha

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Samantha Rank #127

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #127 for Samantha.

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

Samantha ___

  • Samantha Grace
  • Samantha Rose
  • Samantha Jane
  • Samantha Marie
  • Samantha Lee
  • Samantha Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Samantha

Jessica Amanda Matthew Christopher Brittany

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Samantha more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Samantha at #127 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Samantha mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Samantha means "told by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Samantha boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Samantha is primarily a girl name.

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