Ambra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAM-bruh / ˈæm.brəItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: amber; Latin: a color
Historical & Cultural Background
Ambra is derived from the Italian word for amber, a fossilized tree resin valued for its beauty and warmth. In ancient times, amber was believed to have protective properties and was often used in jewelry. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it is associated with natural beauty.
Trend Summary
Ambra is a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ambre
- Ambria
International Variants
- Ambra (Italian)
- Amber (English)
- Ambré (French)
Famous people named Ambra
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Fictional characters named Ambra
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ambra was first seen in the United States in 1952. Ambra has ranked as high as #1056 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Arkansas, Ohio, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Ambra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ambra (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 63 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 36 |
| 1984 | 36 |
| 1985 | 41 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 7 |