Amelia vs Sophie

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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Sophie

Girl #60 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"skill, knowledge"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French English German Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#60
Total SSA Count
3,574
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Soph

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Sophie Rank #60

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #60 for Sophie.

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

Sophie ___

  • Sophie Rose
  • Sophie Grace
  • Sophie Claire
  • Sophie Anne
  • Sophie Louise
  • Sophie Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Sophie

Olivia Charlotte Felix Edmund Eliza

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Sophie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Sophie at #60 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Sophie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Sophie means "skill, knowledge" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Sophie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Sophie is primarily a girl name.

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