Amariah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amariah is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'Yahweh has said'. The name has evolved from its original Hebrew form to be used in English-speaking contexts. It carries significant religious connotations and is associated with biblical priests. Amariah does not have a strong presence in modern popular culture but is appreciated for its spiritual significance.
The name Amariah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Amariah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Amariah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15888th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9176th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1817th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1545th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amariah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amariah"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɛrɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Amariah is derived from the Hebrew elements 'amar' meaning 'to say' or 'to speak', and 'Yah', a shortened form of 'Yahweh', signifying 'Yahweh has said'.
Meaning
Yahweh has said
Language Evolution
Amariah (Hebrew), Amariah (English)
Biblical Background
Amariah is mentioned in the Bible as a priestly name, specifically in the lineage of priests during the time of King David.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in religious communities, particularly among those with connections to Jewish heritage, due to its biblical references.
Variants & Derivatives
Amaria, Amar, Amariah (various spellings)
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Amariah is viewed as a unique and spiritually significant name, appreciated for its biblical roots and melodic sound.
Famous People
Amariah of the sons of Ezra, a biblical figure, Amariah in the genealogies listed in the Bible
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amariah"
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 "Amariah"
"Amariah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15888th of 23106 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9176th of 27321 | 111 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1817th of 35406 | 1,732 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1545th of 30306 | 1,710 |
Regional Popularity of "Amariah" 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 "Amariah" 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) |
43.30% 1984th/4582 |
49.61% 2562nd/5164 |
20.07% 1468th/7313 |
26.16% 1952nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.67% 1660th/3984 |
44.93% 2016th/4487 |
19.13% 1305th/6822 |
31.50% 1977th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amariah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amariah" 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.