Amyiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amyiah is a modern American name that likely derives from 'Amaya' or 'Amie', meaning 'beloved'. Its language path reflects a blend of influences from French and Hebrew. The name has gained popularity in recent years and is viewed as trendy and unique, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amyiah"
Pronunciation
/əˈmaɪə/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Amyiah is a contemporary name that has likely been derived from the name 'Amaya' or influenced by the name 'Amie', which means 'beloved' in French. The name may also have roots in the Hebrew name 'Ami', meaning 'my people'.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Amaya, Amie, Amy
Historical Usage
Amyiah has gained popularity in the United States in the 21st century, particularly among parents looking for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Amaya, Amie, Amy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amyiah is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with uniqueness and creativity.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 72 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amyiah"
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 "Amyiah"
"Amyiah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4195th of 35406 | 525 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3720th of 30306 | 496 |
Regional Popularity of "Amyiah" 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 "Amyiah" 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) |
66.11% 3029th/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
56.52% 4133rd/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.86% 2624th/3984 |
- |
54.87% 3743rd/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amyiah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amyiah" 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 "Amyiah" in the United States
The name Amyiah is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Amyiah 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, 'Amyiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4195th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3720th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amyiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.