Amare Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amare is derived from the Latin word for 'to love', reflecting its roots in affection and emotional connection. The name has evolved through various languages, maintaining its core meaning. Today, it is viewed as a modern and meaningful choice for a name, with no direct biblical references but a rich cultural significance.
The name Amare is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Amare has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Amare' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 802nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1061st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7832nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8399th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amare' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amare"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɑːreɪ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Amare comes from the Latin verb 'amare', which means 'to love'. It is often associated with deep affection and emotional connections.
Meaning
to love
Language Evolution
Amare (Latin), Amar (Spanish), Amare (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Amare has seen varied usage in different cultures, particularly in Romance languages, where it often symbolizes love and affection. It has gained popularity in contemporary settings as a unique and meaningful name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amar, Amara, Amari
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amare is perceived as a modern and unique name with positive connotations of love and warmth. It is often chosen by parents looking for a name that stands out while retaining a deep meaning.
Famous People
Amare Stoudemire (American former professional basketball player), Amare (various cultural references in literature and media)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amare"
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 "Amare"
"Amare" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 802nd of 24088 | 3,759 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1061st of 23106 | 2,332 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7832nd of 35406 | 226 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8399th of 30306 | 154 |
Regional Popularity of "Amare" 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) |
17.22% 789th/4582 |
13.01% 672nd/5164 |
9.87% 722nd/7313 |
12.90% 963rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.22% 1164th/3984 |
16.65% 747th/4487 |
14.72% 1004th/6822 |
22.37% 1404th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amare" 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) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Amare"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amare" 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.