Amandamarie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-MAN-da-mah-REE /əˈmændəˌmæˈri/
Origin: Latin; French
Meaning: Latin: worthy of love; French: beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amandamarie is a compound name that combines the elements "Amanda" and "Marie." The name Amanda has its roots in Latin, derived from the word "amandus," which means "worthy of love" or "lovable." This name was popularized in the 17th century, particularly through the works of the English playwright Colley Cibber, who used it in his play "Love's Last Shift" in 1705. The name Amanda subsequently gained traction in various European languages, including French and Spanish, before making its way into English usage.
The second component, Marie, is the French form of the name Mary, which has Hebrew origins from the name "Miryam." The exact meaning of Mary is debated, but it is often associated with meanings such as "sea of bitterness," "rebelliousness," or "wished-for child." The name Mary has significant historical and religious importance, particularly in Christianity, where it is borne by the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. This association has made Marie a popular name in various cultures, especially in Christian contexts.
The combination of Amandamarie reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from French and Latin traditions. The name embodies themes of love and reverence, drawing from the meanings of both Amanda and Marie.
Throughout history, names combining elements of love and devotion have been favored in various cultures, often reflecting familial or religious sentiments. The name Amandamarie, while not as commonly documented as its components, carries with it the weight of these historical and cultural significances, symbolizing affection and sanctity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amandamarie was first seen in the United States in 1986.
Amandamarie has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Amandamarie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Amandamarie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Amandamarie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Amandamarie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Amandamarie.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |