Amelia vs Wilma

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

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Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,034
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Billie, Will, Wil

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Wilma Rank #4,034

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4034 for Wilma.

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

Wilma ___

  • Wilma Jean
  • Wilma Mae
  • Wilma Ruth
  • Wilma Louise
  • Wilma Grace
  • Wilma Frances

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Wilma

Gertrude Hazel Mildred Arlene Ethel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Wilma more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Wilma mean?

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

Are Amelia and Wilma boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Wilma is primarily a girl name.

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