Amaiya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amaiya is a modern English name with roots in Hebrew, meaning 'my people' or 'my nation.' It evolved from historical forms like Amai and Amaya. The name is seen as unique and contemporary, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting individuality.
The name Amaiya is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Amaiya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Amaiya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2313th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2988th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amaiya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amaiya"
Pronunciation
/əˈmaɪə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Amaiya is derived from the Hebrew name 'Amai,' which means 'my people' or 'my nation.' It is often considered a contemporary variant of the name Amaya, which has roots in both Hebrew and Spanish origins.
Meaning
my people, my nation
Language Evolution
Amai, Amaya
Historical Usage
Amaiya gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a unique and modern name choice for girls in various English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Amaya, Amai
Modern Popularity & Image
Amaiya is perceived as a trendy and appealing name, often associated with individuality and cultural richness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amaiya"
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 "Amaiya"
"Amaiya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2313th of 35406 | 1,231 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2988th of 30306 | 671 |
Regional Popularity of "Amaiya" 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 "Amaiya" 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) |
46.55% 2133rd/4582 |
43.22% 2232nd/5164 |
28.85% 2110th/7313 |
39.45% 2944th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
61.09% 2741st/4487 |
48.40% 3302nd/6822 |
45.94% 2883rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amaiya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amaiya" 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.