Americas Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-MER-ih-kas / əˈmɛrɪkəsLatin; English
Meaning
Land of the Americas (Latin); of the Americas (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name 'Americas' derives from the Latin 'America', which is named after the explorer Amerigo Vespucci. In English, it signifies the continents of North and South America, reflecting the diverse cultures and histories of the indigenous peoples and later European settlers. The term embodies the rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and histories that define the Americas today.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Americas was first seen in the United States in 2003. Americas has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Americas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Americas
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |