Amour Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amour is of French origin, meaning 'love.' It evolved from the Latin 'amor' through Old French to modern French. The name is associated with romantic traits and reflects cultural importance placed on love. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as elegant and affectionate.
The name Amour is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Amour has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Amour' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5664th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11266th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2982nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amour' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amour"
Pronunciation
/əˈmʊr/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Amour is derived from the French word for 'love,' which in turn comes from the Latin 'amor.'
Meaning
love
Language Evolution
Latin: amor, Old French: amor, Modern French: amour
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century as a poetic and romantic term, reflecting the cultural emphasis on love and affection.
Variants & Derivatives
Amore, Amora, Amoré
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amour is perceived as a romantic and elegant name, often associated with affection and intimacy.
Famous People
Amour Fou (a popular band), Amour (a film by Michael Haneke)
📊 Amour Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Amour Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 115 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amour"
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 "Amour"
"Amour" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5664th of 23106 | 189 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11266th of 35406 | 131 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2982nd of 30306 | 673 |
Regional Popularity of "Amour" 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 "Amour" 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) |
60.17% 2397th/3984 |
50.64% 2272nd/4487 |
42.55% 2903rd/6822 |
65.34% 4101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amour"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amour" 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.