Amelia vs Troy

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
Troy Rank #531

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #531 for Troy.

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

Troy ___

  • Troy Allen
  • Troy James
  • Troy Michael
  • Troy Lee
  • Troy Wayne
  • Troy Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Troy

Ryan Blake Paige Cody Brianna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Troy more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Troy mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Troy boy or girl names?

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

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