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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AH-mee /ˈɑː.mi/
Origin: Hebrew; Japanese
Meaning: Hebrew: my people; Japanese: friend
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ami has its roots in the Hebrew language, deriving from the word 'am', which means 'people' or 'nation'. This etymology is significant as it reflects a sense of community and belonging.
The name transitioned into Latin as 'Amicus', meaning 'friend', which further emphasizes the social and relational aspects associated with the name. The adoption of Ami into English likely occurred through the influence of French, where it is used as a term of endearment meaning 'friend' or 'beloved'.
This linguistic journey illustrates how the name has maintained its core meaning related to companionship and kinship throughout its evolution. Historically, the name Ami has been associated with various cultural and religious contexts.
In the Hebrew Bible, the concept of 'Ami' resonates with the identity of the Israelites as the chosen people, fostering a deep-rooted connection to heritage and faith. The name has also appeared in various literary and historical texts, often symbolizing loyalty and friendship.
During the medieval period, the name gained popularity in France, where it was used in literature and poetry, reinforcing its associations with camaraderie and affection. Culturally, Ami embodies values of friendship and community, making it a name that has endured through the centuries.
Its use in various forms of art and literature has contributed to its resonance in different cultures. The diminutive form 'Amie', which is the feminine counterpart in French, highlights the name's versatility and its connection to themes of love and companionship.
Overall, Ami carries a rich historical significance, reflecting the enduring human values of friendship and community across different cultures and eras.
Famous people named Ami
In this section, you will find notable people named Ami. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Ami who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Ami who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Ami James is a tattoo artist and television personality best known for Miami Ink and NY Ink.
Ami Koshimizu is a voice actress best known for her roles in anime series such as Kill la Kill and Gurren Lagann.
Ami Onuki is a singer and member of the Japanese pop duo Puffy AmiYumi, known for their music and animated series.
Ami Suzuki is a Japanese singer and actress best known for her hit singles in the J-Pop genre and her appearances on television.
Ami Shibata is a professional wrestler best known for her work in the Japanese wrestling promotion, DDT Pro-Wrestling.
Fictional characters named Ami
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Ami Mizuno is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Sailor Moon. She is one of the main characters, known as Sailor Mercury, who possesses intelligence and water-based powers.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Ami. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ami was first seen in the United States in 1947.
Ami has ranked as high as #950 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Ami has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ami 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 Ami 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 Ami.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 42 | 13 | 29 |
| 2024 | 71 | 15 | 56 |
| 2023 | 95 | 21 | 74 |
| 2022 | 73 | 15 | 58 |
| 2021 | 68 | 7 | 61 |
| 2020 | 57 | 10 | 47 |
| 2019 | 65 | 19 | 46 |
| 2018 | 54 | 13 | 41 |
| 2017 | 55 | 12 | 43 |
| 2016 | 60 | 19 | 41 |
| 2015 | 50 | 10 | 40 |
| 2014 | 83 | 24 | 59 |
| 2013 | 66 | 15 | 51 |
| 2012 | 100 | 33 | 67 |
| 2011 | 73 | 20 | 53 |
| 2010 | 83 | 18 | 65 |
| 2009 | 77 | 13 | 64 |
| 2008 | 106 | 27 | 79 |
| 2007 | 107 | 38 | 69 |
| 2006 | 103 | 27 | 76 |
| 2005 | 89 | 0 | 89 |
| 2004 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 2003 | 71 | 5 | 66 |
| 2002 | 69 | 5 | 64 |
| 2001 | 64 | 6 | 58 |
| 2000 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 1999 | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| 1998 | 73 | 0 | 73 |
| 1997 | 71 | 0 | 71 |
| 1996 | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| 1995 | 84 | 0 | 84 |
| 1994 | 103 | 0 | 103 |
| 1993 | 80 | 0 | 80 |
| 1992 | 82 | 0 | 82 |
| 1991 | 115 | 0 | 115 |
| 1990 | 105 | 0 | 105 |
| 1989 | 109 | 0 | 109 |
| 1988 | 137 | 5 | 132 |
| 1987 | 170 | 0 | 170 |
| 1986 | 186 | 0 | 186 |
| 1985 | 179 | 0 | 179 |
| 1984 | 164 | 0 | 164 |
| 1983 | 176 | 6 | 170 |
| 1982 | 182 | 0 | 182 |
| 1981 | 212 | 0 | 212 |
| 1980 | 249 | 6 | 243 |
| 1979 | 283 | 0 | 283 |
| 1978 | 265 | 0 | 265 |
| 1977 | 280 | 9 | 271 |
| 1976 | 331 | 0 | 331 |
| 1975 | 334 | 0 | 334 |
| 1974 | 311 | 5 | 306 |
| 1973 | 307 | 0 | 307 |
| 1972 | 236 | 6 | 230 |
| 1971 | 220 | 0 | 220 |
| 1970 | 225 | 0 | 225 |
| 1969 | 173 | 0 | 173 |
| 1968 | 97 | 0 | 97 |
| 1967 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
| 1966 | 57 | 0 | 57 |
| 1965 | 67 | 0 | 67 |
| 1964 | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| 1963 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1962 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1961 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 1960 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1959 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1958 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1957 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1956 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1955 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1954 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1953 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1951 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Ami (2024)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |