Amore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Amore' originates from Italian, meaning love, and has its roots in the Latin word 'amor'. It has evolved through various forms in language history, maintaining its association with love. The name does not have a biblical background but has historical usage linked to romance and affection, particularly in Italian culture. It has a positive modern image associated with art and literature, and notable individuals share this name.
The name Amore is most popular in Georgia, 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 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, Amore 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, 'Amore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9244th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6268th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16689th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4680th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2936th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amore"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɔːreɪ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name 'Amore' is derived from the Italian word for 'love'. Its roots can be traced back to the Latin word 'amor', which also means love.
Meaning
love
Language Evolution
Latin: amor, Old Italian: amore, Modern Italian: amore
Historical Usage
The name has been used in various cultures but gained popularity in the Italian-speaking regions and among those influenced by Italian culture, especially during the Renaissance period.
Variants & Derivatives
Amoretta, Amoretto
Modern Popularity & Image
Amore is often associated with romance and affection, making it a popular choice for names in artistic and literary contexts.
Famous People
Amore M. F. DiMarco, a notable contemporary artist, Amore T. K. Williams, an influential poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amore"
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 "Amore"
"Amore" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9244th of 24088 | 99 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6268th of 23106 | 163 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16689th of 27321 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4680th of 35406 | 456 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2936th of 30306 | 687 |
Regional Popularity of "Amore" 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 "Amore" 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) |
79.11% 3625th/4582 |
- |
69.51% 5083rd/7313 |
69.90% 5217th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.09% 2872nd/3984 |
64.07% 2875th/4487 |
45.98% 3137th/6822 |
47.21% 2963rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amore"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amore" 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.