Amaris Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MAR-iss / /əˈmɛrɪs/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'promised by God'; Latin: 'child of the moon'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amaris has roots in both Hebrew and Latin, giving it a rich cultural significance. In Hebrew, it is often associated with divine promise, while in Latin, it connects to lunar imagery. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in modern contexts. It is often chosen for its melodic sound and spiritual connotations.
Trend Summary
Amaris has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amara
- Amary
International Variants
- Amara (Italian)
- Amaris (Spanish)
Famous people named Amaris
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Fictional characters named Amaris
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amaris was first seen in the United States in 1968. Amaris has ranked as high as #1048 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Amaris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amaris (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 53 | |
| CA | 47 | |
| FL | 24 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| MD | 14 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| AZ | 11 | |
| NJ | 10 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| CO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 36 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 47 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 42 |
| 1984 | 38 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 67 |
| 1987 | 91 |
| 1988 | 95 |
| 1989 | 109 |
| 1990 | 97 |
| 1991 | 129 |
| 1992 | 135 |
| 1993 | 145 |
| 1994 | 140 |
| 1995 | 112 |
| 1996 | 151 |
| 1997 | 170 |
| 1998 | 146 |
| 1999 | 152 |
| 2000 | 163 |
| 2001 | 174 |
| 2002 | 199 |
| 2003 | 233 |
| 2004 | 301 |
| 2005 | 249 |
| 2006 | 290 |
| 2007 | 279 |
| 2008 | 271 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2010 | 250 |
| 2011 | 240 |
| 2012 | 232 |
| 2013 | 236 |
| 2014 | 250 |
| 2015 | 356 |
| 2016 | 379 |
| 2017 | 318 |
| 2018 | 315 |
| 2019 | 336 |
| 2020 | 296 |
| 2021 | 285 |
| 2022 | 301 |
| 2023 | 290 |
| 2024 | 313 |