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Amanda Girl

Popularity: #432 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationah-MAN-duh / əˈmændə

Latin; Old French

Meaning

Latin: worthy of love; Old French: lovable

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Amanda has its roots in the Latin word "amanda," which means "worthy of love" or "lovable." This term is derived from the verb "amare," meaning "to love." The name was first recorded in the 17th century, gaining popularity through its use in literature and among the educated elite. The transition into English occurred as the name was adopted by various writers and poets, who appreciated its romantic connotations and lyrical quality.

One notable milestone in the name's history is its appearance in the works of the poet and playwright John Milton, who used it in his 1671 poem "Paradise Regained." The name also gained traction in the 18th century, particularly in England, where it was embraced by the upper classes and featured in various literary works. The 19th century saw further popularization, notably through the character Amanda in Tennessee Williams' play "The Glass Menagerie," which contributed to its cultural resonance.

Culturally, Amanda has been associated with themes of love and affection, aligning with its etymological roots. The name evokes a sense of warmth and tenderness, which has contributed to its lasting appeal across generations. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Mandy have emerged, reflecting a more informal and affectionate usage. Overall, Amanda's historical significance and linguistic origins underscore its enduring presence in various cultural contexts.

Trend Summary

Amanda was particularly popular in the United States from the 1970s to the early 2000s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Amandine
  • Mandy

International Variants

  • Amandine (French)
  • Amanada (Spanish)
  • Amandha (Portuguese)

Famous people named Amanda

Amanda Bynes is an actress best known for The Amanda Show, She's the Man, and Easy A.

Amanda Seyfried is an actress best known for Mean Girls, Les Misérables, and Mamma Mia!

Amanda Gorman is a poet best known for The Hill We Climb, Call Us What We Carry, and her inaugural poem.

Amanda Holden is an actress and television presenter best known for Britain's Got Talent, Wild at Heart, and Thoroughly Modern Millie.

Amanda Tapping is an actress and producer best known for Stargate SG-1, Sanctuary, and Supernatural.

Amanda Peet is an actress best known for Something's Gotta Give, The Whole Nine Yards, and Identity.

Fictional characters named Amanda

Amanda Waller is a fictional character from DC Comics. She is a government official known for her role in overseeing the Suicide Squad and other covert operations.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Amanda was first seen in the United States in 1880. Amanda has ranked as high as #6 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Amanda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Amanda (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 100
17%
CA 67
12%
FL 58
10%
PA 47
8%
NY 42
7%
OH 22
4%
GA 19
3%
IL 19
3%
TN 19
3%
IN 17
3%
WI 16
3%
NJ 15
3%
NC 12
2%
OR 11
2%
KY 11
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
1880241
1881263
1882288
1883287
1884337
1885339
1886370
1887338
1888404
1889413
1890392
1891371
1892455
1893387
1894418
1895431
1896367
1897354
1898371
1899326
1900377
1901317
1902301
1903247
1904294
1905311
1906260
1907285
1908260
1909271
1910278
1911280
1912310
1913346
1914375
1915412
1916421
1917445
1918397
1919379
1920379
1921392
1922341
1923362
1924341
1925309
1926311
1927234
1928247
1929209
1930196
1931209
1932213
1933200
1934189
1935213
1936192
1937176
1938192
1939185
1940218
1941223
1942295
1943284
1944238
1945280
1946273
1947310
1948306
1949333
1950380
1951409
1952416
1953427
1954428
1955453
1956639
1957670
1958792
1959859
1960976
19611,056
1962948
19631,034
19641,275
19651,649
19662,331
19672,659
19682,431
19692,814
19703,546
19714,130
19724,181
19735,626
19747,473
197512,656
197615,589
197718,280
197820,519
197931,925
198035,811
198134,373
198234,214
198333,750
198433,913
198539,056
198640,532
198741,786
198839,459
198936,834
199034,413
199128,896
199225,039
199320,811
199418,718
199516,354
199613,980
199712,243
199810,928
19999,749
20008,558
20016,979
20026,145
20035,354
20044,691
20054,097
20063,362
20073,048
20082,448
20091,962
20101,664
20111,413
20121,236
20131,075
20141,060
20151,033
20161,005
2017966
2018855
2019769
2020695
2021660
2022691
2023634
2024617