Amariah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MAR-ee-ah / əˈmɑːr.i.əHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God has promised'; English: 'beloved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Amariah is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with biblical references. In the Bible, Amariah is mentioned as a priest. The name has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in recent decades. It reflects a blend of religious significance and modern appeal.
Trend Summary
Amariah has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amaria
- Amara
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amariah was first seen in the United States in 1980. Amariah has ranked as high as #1197 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Amariah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amariah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 22 | |
| FL | 17 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| VA | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| NJ | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 78 |
| 2003 | 95 |
| 2004 | 99 |
| 2005 | 114 |
| 2006 | 128 |
| 2007 | 157 |
| 2008 | 157 |
| 2009 | 181 |
| 2010 | 177 |
| 2011 | 166 |
| 2012 | 169 |
| 2013 | 139 |
| 2014 | 135 |
| 2015 | 128 |
| 2016 | 139 |
| 2017 | 169 |
| 2018 | 142 |
| 2019 | 134 |
| 2020 | 135 |
| 2021 | 122 |
| 2022 | 127 |
| 2023 | 161 |
| 2024 | 179 |