Amelia vs Stella

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
Stella Rank #49

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #49 for Stella.

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

Stella ___

  • Stella Rose
  • Stella Grace
  • Stella Mae
  • Stella Jane
  • Stella Luna
  • Stella Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Stella

Luna Nova Aurora Leo Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Stella more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Stella at #49 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Stella mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Stella means "Star" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Stella boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Stella is primarily a girl name.

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