Amelia vs Zailey

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
Zailey Rank #3,004

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3004 for Zailey.

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

Zailey ___

  • Zailey Grace
  • Zailey Rose
  • Zailey Marie
  • Zailey Ann
  • Zailey Elise
  • Zailey Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zailey

Brayden Kylie Jaxon Paisley Caden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Zailey more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Zailey at #3004 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Zailey mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Zailey means "bright, joyful one" (American invented origin).

Are Amelia and Zailey boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Zailey is primarily a girl name.

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