Amer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Amer originates from Arabic, meaning prosperous or long-lived. It has evolved from Amar in Arabic to its modern form Amer. The name conveys traits of strength and success, with no significant biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent years, especially in the Arab world and among diaspora communities.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amer"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːmər/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Amer is derived from the Arabic word 'عَمَرَ' (ʿāmara), which means 'to build' or 'to prosper'.
Meaning
prosperous, long-lived
Language Evolution
Amar (Arabic), Amer (Modern Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Amer has been used in Arabic-speaking countries for centuries and became more globally recognized in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Amir, Omer, Umar
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Amer is perceived as a strong and positive name, often associated with prosperity and leadership.
Famous People
Amer Al-Ansari (Kuwaiti football player), Amer Khan (Indian-American boxer)
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Amer Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amer"
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 "Amer"
"Amer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4771st of 10718 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2526th of 16616 | 394 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2783rd of 24088 | 610 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3874th of 23106 | 332 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Amer" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.59% 1717th/3685 |
37.63% 1684th/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
32.80% 2072nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.23% 1981st/4582 |
42.87% 2214th/5164 |
- |
42.66% 3184th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
59.22% 2657th/4487 |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
68.67% 4310th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amer" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amer" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Amer" in the United States
The name Amer is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Amer has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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 male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Amer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4771st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2526th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2783rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3874th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Amer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.