Amala Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MAH-lah / /əˈmɑː.lə/Sanskrit; Arabic; African
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'pure'; Arabic: 'hope'; African: 'one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Amala is often associated with purity and is used in various spiritual contexts. In Arabic, the name conveys a sense of hope and aspiration, reflecting cultural values of optimism. In some African cultures, Amala signifies love and affection, often given to cherished children. The name has diverse representations across these cultures, highlighting its universal appeal.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Amala
- Amal
- Amalya
International Variants
- Amala (Sanskrit); Amala (Arabic); Amala (Swahili)
Famous people named Amala
Amala Akkineni — Indian actress.
Amala Paul — Indian actress.
Amala D. — Nigerian singer.
Fictional characters named Amala
Amala — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amala was first seen in the United States in 1991. Amala has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Amala has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amala (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 17 |