"immortal, eternal"
Origin: Sanskrit amar
Language: English
Amaree
Boy Name
#4,561 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
An eternal name bridging cultures with timeless modern elegance
American
African-American
Latin
Modern
Elegant
Unique
Bold
Meaning & Origin
"strength"
Origin: Yoruba
Language: Yoruba
"promised by God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Amaree
Amaree is a phonetic variant of Amari, which has roots in multiple traditions. In Sanskrit, amar means immortal or eternal. In Yoruba (Nigeria), Amari means strength. In Hebrew, Amari relates to promised by God. As an American name, Amaree represents the modern blending of global naming traditions, choosing the sound and feel over strict etymological origin.
Amari and its variants (Amaree, Amarie, Amaree) have risen rapidly in the US since the 2000s, particularly in African-American communities. The NBA player Amar'e Stoudemire brought significant attention to this name family. Amaree offers a distinctive spelling that emphasizes the final -ree sound.
Amaree reflects the multicultural American naming tradition — a name that resonates with African, South Asian, and Latin naming sounds. It represents the blending of cultural influences that characterizes contemporary American naming.
Fun Facts
- The Sanskrit root amar meaning immortal appears in many Indian and South Asian names
- Amar'e Stoudemire, the NBA All-Star, significantly boosted the popularity of the Amari/Amaree name family in the US
Amaree in Other Languages
Arabic
Amari (أماري)
Yoruba
Amari
Sanskrit
Amar (अमर)
Famous People Named Amaree
A
Amar'e Stoudemire
Athlete
1982
American NBA basketball player, six-time All-Star known for his time with the Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,561
- Total SSA Count
- 23
- Cultural Origins
- American African-American Latin
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mari
Ree
Pairs Well With
Amaree James
Amaree Deon
Amaree Xavier
Amaree Isaiah
Amaree Malik
Amaree Leon
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Amaree is also used as a girl name, ranked #4995.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amaree
What does the name Amaree mean?
"immortal, eternal" (from Sanskrit amar). "strength" (from Yoruba). "promised by God" (from Hebrew). Amaree is a phonetic variant of Amari, which has roots in multiple traditions. In Sanskrit, amar means immortal or eternal. In Yoruba (Nigeria), Amari means strength. In Hebrew, Amari relates to promised by God. As an American name, Amaree represents the modern blending of global naming traditions, choosing the sound and feel over strict etymological origin.
What is the origin of the name Amaree?
Amaree has Sanskrit amar, Yoruba, Hebrew, American, African-American, and Latin origins. In Sanskrit amar, it means "immortal, eternal". In Yoruba, it means "strength". In Hebrew, it means "promised by God".
Is Amaree a boy or girl name?
Amaree is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4561. As a girl name, it is ranked #4995. Amaree is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Amaree?
Amaree is currently ranked #4561 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amaree?
Common nicknames for Amaree include Mari and Ree.
What are good middle names for Amaree?
Popular middle name pairings include Amaree James, Amaree Deon, Amaree Xavier, Amaree Isaiah, Amaree Malik, and Amaree Leon.
What are good sibling names for Amaree?
Names that pair well with Amaree as siblings include Kamari, Zaire, Amara, Kyrie, Zara, and Malakai.
How many syllables does Amaree have?
Amaree has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Amaree a common or rare name?
Amaree is an uncommon name, ranked #4561 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Amaree
Amaree is a boy name with American, African-American, and Latin origins . The name means "immortal, eternal" in Sanskrit amar .
Is Amaree a boy or girl name? Amaree is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,561 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #4,995. Amaree is more commonly used as a boy name.
Amaree is currently ranked #4,561 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Amaree has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Amaree include Mari and Ree. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Amaree include Amari, Amar, Amarion, Amare, Amaris . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.