"of love"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Amaris
Pronunciation: [ AM-er-ihs ]
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"God has promised"
Origin: Hebrew
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The Story of Amaris
Amaris comes from the Hebrew root 'amar' meaning 'God has promised' or 'given by God,' closely related to the biblical name Amariah. It has roots in Latin as well, where 'amaris' is the genitive form of 'amor' meaning 'of love.' The name crosses gender lines naturally, though it's historically more common for girls.
Amaris has gained traction for boys as gender-neutral and unique three-syllable names have grown in appeal, especially in African-American and Latino communities where melodic names are celebrated.
In Hebrew tradition, names meaning 'promised by God' carry deep spiritual weight. In Spanish-speaking cultures, the similar-sounding Amaro and Amari have long histories, giving Amaris an easy cross-cultural resonance.
Historical Record
Amaris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 681 babies have been named Amaris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Amaris is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,255 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name Amariah appears seven times in the Old Testament
- 'Amaris' in Latin literally translates to 'you are loved'
Amaris in Other Languages
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أماريس
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Amaris
Hebrew
אֲמָרִיס
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,255
- Total SSA Count
- 64
- Cultural Origins
- American Spanish African-American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Ari
Mars
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amaris
What does the name Amaris mean?
"of love" (from Latin). "God has promised" (from Hebrew). Amaris comes from the Hebrew root 'amar' meaning 'God has promised' or 'given by God,' closely related to the biblical name Amariah. It has roots in Latin as well, where 'amaris' is the genitive form of 'amor' meaning 'of love.' The name crosses gender lines naturally, though it's historically more common for girls.
What is the origin of the name Amaris?
Amaris has Latin, Hebrew, American, Spanish, and African-American origins. In Latin, it means "of love". In Hebrew, it means "God has promised".
Is Amaris a boy or girl name?
Amaris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2255. As a girl name, it is ranked #859. Amaris is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Amaris?
Amaris is pronounced AM-er-ihs.
How popular is the name Amaris?
Amaris is currently ranked #2255 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amaris?
Common nicknames for Amaris include Ari and Mars.
What are good middle names for Amaris?
Popular middle name pairings include Amaris Elijah, Amaris James, Amaris Cole, Amaris Jude, Amaris Kai, Amaris Leo, and Amaris Dean.
What are good sibling names for Amaris?
Names that pair well with Amaris as siblings include Zara, Amara, Elias, Soren, Cyrus, Aria, and Zion.
How many syllables does Amaris have?
Amaris has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Amaris a common or rare name?
Amaris is an uncommon name, ranked #2255 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Amaris
Amaris is a boy name with American, Spanish, and African-American origins . The name means "of love" in Latin .
Is Amaris a boy or girl name? Amaris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,255 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #859. Amaris is more commonly used as a girl name.
Amaris is currently ranked #2,255 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Amaris has 3 syllables and is pronounced AM-er-ihs, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Amaris include Ari and Mars. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Amaris include Amari, Amar, Amarion, Amare, Amaru . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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