Amelia vs Shelagh

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

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Shelagh

Girl #66,133 Most Popular

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #66,133
Total SSA Count: 5
Nicknames: She, Shel, Shely

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3

Shelagh Rank #66,133

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #66133 for Shelagh.

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

Shelagh ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Shelagh more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Shelagh at #66133 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Shelagh mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Shelagh boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Shelagh is primarily a girl name.

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