Amelia vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4 for Theodore.

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Theodore more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Theodore at #4 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Theodore mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Theodore boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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