Amity Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Amity has its origins in Latin, meaning 'friendship' or 'harmony'. It evolved from 'amitas' in Latin to 'Amity' in Middle and Modern English. The name embodies traits of love and peace, although it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 17th century and is currently viewed as a gentle and positive name associated with warm relationships.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amity"
Pronunciation
/ˈæmɪti/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name 'Amity' comes from the Latin word 'amitas', which means 'friendship' or 'harmony'. It was derived from the root 'amare', meaning 'to love'.
Meaning
friendship, harmony
Language Evolution
Amitas (Latin), Amity (Middle English), Amity (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 17th century and was often used in literary contexts to emphasize themes of friendship and unity.
Variants & Derivatives
Amita, Amitye
Modern Popularity & Image
Amity is perceived as a gentle and positive name, often associated with peacefulness and warm relationships. It is not extremely common but is appreciated for its meaning.
Famous People
Amity Shlaes (American author and journalist), Amity Gaige (American author)
📊 Amity Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Amity Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 119 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 US states, with strongest presence in Oregon
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amity"
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 "Amity"
"Amity" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9118th of 12526 | 21 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1931st of 19264 | 736 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3460th of 27321 | 463 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4975th of 35406 | 418 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3760th of 30306 | 488 |
Regional Popularity of "Amity" 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 "Amity" 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) |
56.66% 1664th/2937 |
69.28% 2413th/3483 |
63.39% 2230th/3518 |
40.38% 1633rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
77.22% 5647th/7313 |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
58.31% 3978th/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amity"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amity" 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 "Amity" in the United States
The name Amity is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Amity has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Amity' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9118th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1931st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3460th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4975th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3760th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amity' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.