Amelia vs Zayla

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
Zayla Rank #994

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #994 for Zayla.

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

Zayla ___

  • Zayla Rose
  • Zayla Marie
  • Zayla Jade
  • Zayla Faith
  • Zayla Sky
  • Zayla Noelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zayla

Layla Zara Kayla Jayla Amara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Zayla more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Zayla at #994 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Zayla mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Zayla means "night, dark beauty" (Arabic origin).

Are Amelia and Zayla boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Zayla is primarily a girl name.

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