Amelia vs Thelia

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
Thelia Rank #69,213

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #69213 for Thelia.

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

Thelia ___

  • Thelia Rose
  • Thelia Grace
  • Thelia June
  • Thelia Marie
  • Thelia Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Thelia

Cordelia Araminta Ophelia Sylvia Helena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Thelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Thelia at #69213 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Thelia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Thelia means "flowering, in bloom" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Thelia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Thelia is primarily a girl name.

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