Amelia vs Sheryl

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
Sheryl Rank #5,377

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #5377 for Sheryl.

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

Sheryl ___

  • Sheryl Ann
  • Sheryl Lynn
  • Sheryl Marie
  • Sheryl Kay
  • Sheryl Lee
  • Sheryl Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Sheryl

Sharon Daryl Brenda Denise Karen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Sheryl more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Sheryl at #5377 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Sheryl mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Sheryl means "beloved, dear one" (French cherie origin).

Are Amelia and Sheryl boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Sheryl is primarily a girl name.

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