Amaris Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amaris is a Hebrew name meaning 'promised by God.' Its linguistic roots trace back to the Hebrew word 'amar,' indicating a connection to divine speech. The name has evolved into its current form in modern English and is characterized by its elegance and positive connotations. Its biblical relevance is minimal, making it a unique choice among contemporary names.
The name Amaris is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining 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, Amaris has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amaris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15172nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8138th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2732nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3546th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1543rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1065th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 889th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amaris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amaris"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɛrɪs/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Amaris is derived from the Hebrew word 'amar,' which means 'to speak' or 'to say.' It is often interpreted as 'promised by God' or 'given by God.'
Meaning
promised by God
Language Evolution
Amar (Hebrew), Amaris (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Amaris has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents seek unique and meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Amara, Amarae, Mari
Modern Popularity & Image
Amaris is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with positive traits such as grace and strength.
Famous People
Amaris K. Johnson, a notable artist and designer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amaris"
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 "Amaris"
"Amaris" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15172nd of 16616 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8138th of 24088 | 125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2732nd of 23106 | 549 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3546th of 19264 | 291 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1543rd of 27321 | 1,482 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1065th of 35406 | 3,610 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 889th of 30306 | 3,675 |
Regional Popularity of "Amaris" 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) |
52.66% 2098th/3984 |
65.92% 2958th/4487 |
35.31% 2409th/6822 |
59.66% 3744th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amaris" 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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
73.41% 2557th/3483 |
- |
78.14% 3160th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.30% 1706th/3685 |
30.70% 1374th/4475 |
27.71% 1439th/5194 |
22.11% 1397th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.42% 1348th/4582 |
21.09% 1089th/5164 |
12.77% 934th/7313 |
13.73% 1025th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.14% 1161st/3984 |
22.58% 1013th/4487 |
12.45% 849th/6822 |
11.98% 752nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amaris"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amaris" 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.