Amberly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amberly is an English name derived from 'amber,' referring to the warm, golden fossilized resin. It has evolved from historical forms like Amber and Amberley, emphasizing its connection to beauty and nature. The name does not have significant biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Amber and Amberlee, contributing to its modern appeal as a feminine name.
The name Amberly is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Amberly has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too 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, 'Amberly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1923rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1123rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1572nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1784th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amberly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amberly"
Pronunciation
/ˈæmbərli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Amberly is derived from the word 'amber,' which refers to the fossilized tree resin known for its warm, golden hue. The suffix '-ly' is commonly used in English to form adjectives and place names.
Meaning
Fossilized tree resin, golden
Language Evolution
Amber, Amberley
Historical Usage
Amberly gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern given name, often chosen for its pleasant sound and associations with warmth and beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Amber, Amberlee, Amberlie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amberly is perceived as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with nature and beauty.
Famous People
Amberly Alene, Amberlynn Reid
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amberly"
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 "Amberly"
"Amberly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1923rd of 19264 | 740 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1123rd of 27321 | 2,390 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1572nd of 35406 | 2,082 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1784th of 30306 | 1,408 |
Regional Popularity of "Amberly" 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 "Amberly" 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) |
52.77% 1550th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
44.29% 1558th/3518 |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.33% 1302nd/3685 |
56.31% 2520th/4475 |
16.11% 837th/5194 |
22.07% 1394th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.84% 2650th/4582 |
37.51% 1937th/5164 |
17.57% 1285th/7313 |
21.44% 1600th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
40.49% 1817th/4487 |
21.74% 1483rd/6822 |
29.76% 1868th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amberly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amberly" 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.