Amaia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amaia is a Basque name meaning 'the end' or 'completion'. It has evolved from its original form in the Basque language and is associated with fulfillment. Although it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique name choice. Today, it is viewed positively and is often linked to notable figures in the arts.
The name Amaia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Amaia has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amaia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2643rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 825th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amaia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amaia"
Pronunciation
/əˈmaɪə/
Origin
Basque
Etymology
Amaia is derived from the Basque word 'amaia', which means 'the end' or 'the final part'. It is often associated with the idea of completion or fulfillment.
Meaning
the end, completion, fulfillment
Language Evolution
Amaia, Amaya, Amayia
Historical Usage
Amaia gained popularity in the Basque region in the late 20th century and has become more recognized in other countries as a unique and beautiful name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amaya, Amaia, Amayia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Amaia is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and beauty. It is especially popular among parents looking for unique names.
Famous People
Amaia Salamanca - Spanish actress, Amaia Montero - Spanish singer, Amaia Romero - Spanish singer and contestant from 'Operación Triunfo'
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amaia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Amaia"
"Amaia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2643rd of 35406 | 998 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 825th of 30306 | 3,939 |
Regional Popularity of "Amaia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Amaia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
43.03% 2222nd/5164 |
37.11% 2714th/7313 |
36.41% 2717th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
34.84% 1388th/3984 |
10.99% 493rd/4487 |
12.83% 875th/6822 |
14.36% 901st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amaia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amaia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.