Amelia vs Zaia

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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Zaia

Girl #2,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"radiant, shining light"

Origin: Arabic/Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American African-American Modern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,397
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Zay, Zia

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Zaia Rank #2,397

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2397 for Zaia.

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

Zaia ___

  • Zaia Rose
  • Zaia Grace
  • Zaia Marie
  • Zaia Elise
  • Zaia Pearl
  • Zaia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zaia

Zara Mila Nova Kai Asha

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Zaia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Zaia at #2397 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Zaia mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Zaia means "radiant, shining light" (Arabic/Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Zaia boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Zaia is primarily a girl name.

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