Amelia vs Willis

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
Willis Rank #2,686

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2686 for Willis.

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

Willis ___

  • Willis James
  • Willis Thomas
  • Willis Scott
  • Willis Dean
  • Willis Grant
  • Willis Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Willis

Earl Boyd Clarence Mavis June

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Willis more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Willis at #2686 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Willis mean?

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

Are Amelia and Willis boy or girl names?

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

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