Amelia vs Sophia

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

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Sophia Rank #6

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #6 for Sophia.

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

Sophia ___

  • Sophia Rose
  • Sophia Grace
  • Sophia Elizabeth
  • Sophia Anne
  • Sophia Claire
  • Sophia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Sophia

Olivia Charlotte Emma Liam Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Sophia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Sophia at #6 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Sophia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Sophia means "wisdom" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Sophia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Sophia is primarily a girl name.

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