Amelia vs Zadie

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
Zadie Rank #1,750

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1750 for Zadie.

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

Zadie ___

  • Zadie Rose
  • Zadie Mae
  • Zadie Claire
  • Zadie Jane
  • Zadie Louise
  • Zadie Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zadie

Sadie Millie Hazel Archie Leo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Zadie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Zadie at #1750 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Zadie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Zadie means "princess, noblewoman" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Zadie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Zadie is primarily a girl name.

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