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Amber vs April

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amber

Girl #541 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ambergris, waxy substance"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#541
Total SSA Count
558
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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April

Girl #502 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to open (spring)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#502
Total SSA Count
607
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amber Rank #541
April Rank #502

April is more popular, ranked #502 vs #541 for Amber.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amber or April more popular?

April is more popular, ranked #502 compared to Amber at #541 in the United States.

What do Amber and April mean?

Amber means "ambergris, waxy substance" (Arabic origin). April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin).

Are Amber and April boy or girl names?

Amber is primarily a girl name. April is primarily a girl name.

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