Amanda Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationuh-MAN-duh / əˈmændə

Latin; English

Meaning

Latin: worthy of love; English: lovable

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Amanda derives from the Latin word 'amandus,' meaning 'worthy of love.' It became popular in the English-speaking world in the 18th century. The name has been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its enduring appeal. Amanda has been a common name for girls, though it has occasionally been used for boys.

Trend Summary

Amanda was most popular in the United States from the 1970s to the 1990s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Amand
  • Mandy

International Variants

  • Amandine (French)
  • Amantha (English)

Famous people named Amanda

Amanda Gorman is an American poet and activist known for her powerful performances and advocacy for social justice.

Amanda Seyfried is an American actress recognized for her roles in films such as 'Mean Girls' and 'Les Misérables.'.

Amanda Knox is an American woman who gained international attention during her trial for the murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy.

Amanda Bynes is an American actress and fashion designer known for her work in television and film during the early 2000s.

Fictional characters named Amanda

Amanda Waller is a character in the DC Comics universe, known for her role as the head of the Suicide Squad.

Amanda Young is a character in the 'Saw' film series, known for her complex relationship with the series' antagonist, Jigsaw.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Amanda was first seen in the United States in 1899. Amanda has ranked as high as #1001 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California, New York, Ohio, District of Columbia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Amanda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Amanda (2004)

StateBirthsShare
KY 11
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18995
19525
19635
19655
19668
196712
19686
196915
197011
197111
197212
197319
197425
197545
197667
197762
197879
1979111
198086
1981100
1982108
1983103
1984109
1985143
1986129
1987123
1988122
1989134
199096
199156
199251
199335
199442
199532
199624
199724
199814
199915
200011
200111
20027
20039
200419
20059
200610
20076
20115