Amelia vs Sparrow

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

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Sparrow Rank #3,552

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3552 for Sparrow.

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

Sparrow ___

  • Sparrow Grace
  • Sparrow Rose
  • Sparrow Jane
  • Sparrow Mae
  • Sparrow Blue
  • Sparrow Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Sparrow

Wren Finch Robin Sage River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Sparrow more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Sparrow at #3552 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Sparrow mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Sparrow means "small hardy bird" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Sparrow boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Sparrow is primarily a girl name.

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