Amberleigh Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AM-ber-lee //ˈæm.bɚ.li//
Origin: English; Modern
Meaning: Amber: fossilized tree resin; Leigh: meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amberleigh is a modern English name that combines the elements "Amber" and the suffix "-leigh." The term "Amber" originates from the Arabic word "anbar," which refers to ambergris, a substance derived from sperm whales, and was adopted into Latin as "ambra". This term eventually made its way into Old French as "ambre" before entering the English language in the 14th century.
The name Amber itself has come to symbolize warmth and beauty, often associated with the rich, golden color of the fossilized tree resin. The suffix "-leigh" has Old English roots, derived from the word "leah," meaning a clearing or meadow.
This element has been used in various place names and surnames throughout England, particularly in the medieval period. The combination of Amber and -leigh thus reflects a picturesque quality, evoking images of natural beauty and tranquility.
The use of -leigh as a suffix in names became particularly popular in the 19th century, often associated with English place names and conveying a sense of pastoral charm. Culturally, names incorporating "-leigh" have been embraced for their lyrical quality and connection to nature.
The name Amberleigh, while relatively modern, draws on the historical significance of both components. Amber has been valued since antiquity, often used in jewelry and as a symbol of protection and healing in various cultures.
The name's aesthetic appeal and its associations with nature and beauty contribute to its resonance in English-speaking contexts. While Amberleigh is a contemporary creation, it reflects a lineage of names that celebrate the natural world and the pastoral landscapes of England.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amberleigh was first seen in the United States in 1977.
Amberleigh has ranked as high as #9638 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Amberleigh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Amberleigh 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 Amberleigh was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Amberleigh.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 | 14 |
| 2024 | 16 | 16 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 |
| 2022 | 17 | 17 |
| 2021 | 15 | 15 |
| 2020 | 16 | 16 |
| 2019 | 18 | 18 |
| 2018 | 13 | 13 |
| 2017 | 15 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 | 11 |
| 2015 | 16 | 16 |
| 2014 | 10 | 10 |
| 2013 | 10 | 10 |
| 2012 | 23 | 23 |
| 2011 | 19 | 19 |
| 2010 | 18 | 18 |
| 2009 | 12 | 12 |
| 2008 | 9 | 9 |
| 2007 | 22 | 22 |
| 2006 | 14 | 14 |
| 2005 | 11 | 11 |
| 2004 | 15 | 15 |
| 2002 | 7 | 7 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 9 | 9 |
| 1999 | 13 | 13 |
| 1998 | 11 | 11 |
| 1997 | 16 | 16 |
| 1996 | 11 | 11 |
| 1995 | 6 | 6 |
| 1994 | 18 | 18 |
| 1993 | 12 | 12 |
| 1992 | 8 | 8 |
| 1991 | 15 | 15 |
| 1990 | 17 | 17 |
| 1989 | 10 | 10 |
| 1988 | 16 | 16 |
| 1987 | 7 | 7 |
| 1986 | 11 | 11 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 | 12 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 11 | 11 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Amberleigh (2006)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |