Amaia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MY-ah / /əˈmaɪə/Basque; Hebrew
Meaning
Basque: the end; Hebrew: a place of rest
Historical & Cultural Background
In Basque culture, Amaia is a popular name that signifies 'the end' or 'the final place,' often associated with a sense of completion. In Hebrew tradition, it conveys a sense of peace and rest, reflecting a tranquil state.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Amaya
- Amai
International Variants
- Amaïa (French)
- Amaya (Spanish)
Famous people named Amaia
Amaia Montero — Spanish singer.
Amaia Salamanca — Spanish actress.
Fictional characters named Amaia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amaia was first seen in the United States in 1993. Amaia has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Florida, California, New York, Texas, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Amaia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amaia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 90 | |
| TX | 64 | |
| CA | 60 | |
| NY | 47 | |
| NJ | 33 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| CO | 13 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| MA | 12 | |
| NV | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| AZ | 9 | |
| OH | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 46 |
| 2002 | 54 |
| 2003 | 56 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2007 | 74 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 100 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 101 |
| 2012 | 92 |
| 2013 | 93 |
| 2014 | 95 |
| 2015 | 163 |
| 2016 | 189 |
| 2017 | 252 |
| 2018 | 354 |
| 2019 | 367 |
| 2020 | 521 |
| 2021 | 462 |
| 2022 | 470 |
| 2023 | 473 |
| 2024 | 500 |