Amias Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amias is a name with Latin origins, meaning 'beloved'. It has evolved from the Latin 'amatus' to its current form in Modern English. The name reflects traits of affection and warmth, although it does not have a biblical background. Its popularity rose during the Middle Ages, and it continues to be viewed positively today.
The name Amias is most popular in Colorado, 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, Amias has been falling 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, 'Amias' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7958th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1001st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amias' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amias"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪmiəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Amias is derived from the Latin word 'amatus', which means 'beloved'. It has been used in various forms throughout history to express affection and love.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Amatus (Latin), Amias (Old French), Amias (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in France and England, as a given name reflecting affection and admiration.
Variants & Derivatives
Amias, Amie, Amaya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amias is considered a unique and charming name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amias"
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 "Amias"
"Amias" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7958th of 24088 | 130 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1001st of 23106 | 2,542 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Amias" 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) |
28.82% 1148th/3984 |
18.97% 851st/4487 |
15.88% 1083rd/6822 |
14.10% 885th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amias" 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 "Amias"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amias" 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.