Amaryllis Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-mah-RIL-is / ˌæməˈrɪlɪsGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: to sparkle; Latin: a flower
Historical & Cultural Background
Amaryllis is derived from the Greek word 'amarysso,' meaning 'to sparkle.' In Greek mythology, Amaryllis was a shepherdess who was known for her beauty and love for the shepherd Alteo. The name has been used in literature and poetry, often symbolizing beauty and love. It is also associated with the Amaryllis flower, which blooms in winter and is popular in gardens.
Trend Summary
Amaryllis is a rare name in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amarillis
- Amarilys
International Variants
- Amarilis (Spanish)
- Amarilys (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amaryllis was first seen in the United States in 1926. Amaryllis has ranked as high as #1303 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Amaryllis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amaryllis (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 45 |
| 1928 | 28 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 25 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 67 |
| 2019 | 68 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2021 | 69 |
| 2022 | 69 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 64 |