Amoura Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amoura is an Arabic name meaning 'love'. It evolved from the root word 'amour' and has variants like Amara. The name is associated with positive traits such as affection and tenderness. It does not have a biblical background and gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in multicultural contexts.
The name Amoura is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Amoura has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Amoura' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15718th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1151st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amoura' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amoura"
Pronunciation
/əˈmʊrə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Amoura is derived from the Arabic word 'amour', which means 'love'. It is often associated with affection and tenderness.
Meaning
love
Language Evolution
Amoura, Amour, Amara
Historical Usage
The name Amoura gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities and in multicultural environments.
Variants & Derivatives
Amour, Amara, Amoura
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amoura is perceived as a romantic and elegant name, often favored for its melodic quality and positive connotation.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amoura"
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 "Amoura"
"Amoura" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15718th of 35406 | 70 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1151st of 30306 | 2,583 |
Regional Popularity of "Amoura" 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 "Amoura" 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) |
24.35% 970th/3984 |
27.15% 1218th/4487 |
13.19% 900th/6822 |
34.43% 2161st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amoura"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amoura" 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.