Ama Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-mah / ˈɑː.məAfrican; Japanese
Meaning
African: 'power'; Japanese: 'second' or 'second child'
Historical & Cultural Background
In various African cultures, Ama is often associated with strength and power. In Japan, it can be used as a given name, particularly for girls born second in a family. The name is relatively uncommon in Western contexts but has gained some recognition in recent years. Its simplicity and melodic sound contribute to its appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Ama has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amma
- Amah
International Variants
- Ama (African); Ama (Japanese)
Famous people named Ama
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Fictional characters named Ama
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ama was first seen in the United States in 1885. Ama has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Ama has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ama (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 18 |