Amelia vs Selena

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
Selena Rank #245

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #245 for Selena.

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

Selena ___

  • Selena Rose
  • Selena Marie
  • Selena Grace
  • Selena Nicole
  • Selena Victoria
  • Selena Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Selena

Elena Natalia Adrian Marco Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Selena more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Selena at #245 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Selena mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Selena means "moon" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Selena boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Selena is primarily a girl name.

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