Amelia vs Williams

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
Williams Rank #2,530

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2530 for Williams.

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

Williams ___

  • Williams James
  • Williams Cole
  • Williams Reid
  • Williams Grant
  • Williams Blake
  • Williams Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Williams

Harrison Jackson Bennett Charlotte Emerson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Williams more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Williams at #2530 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Williams mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Amelia and Williams boy or girl names?

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

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