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April vs Amber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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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Popularity Comparison

April Rank #502
Amber Rank #541

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is April or Amber more popular?

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

What do April and Amber mean?

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

Are April and Amber boy or girl names?

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

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