"God has promised"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Amaris
Pronunciation: [ AM-er-ihs ]
Boy Name
#2,255 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A lyrical name meaning 'given by God'
American
Spanish
African-American
Unique
Spiritual
Elegant
Modern
Meaning & Origin
"of love"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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.
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
Arabic
أماريس
French
Amaris
Hebrew
אֲמָרִיס
Spanish
Amaris
Famous People Named Amaris
D
Damaris
Religious
A woman mentioned in the New Testament (Acts 17:34) who converted after hearing Paul speak in Athens
A
Amaris Delgado Fictional
Other
Character name in multiple modern novels and TV shows
Quick Facts
- 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
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ari
Mars
Pairs Well With
Amaris Elijah
Amaris James
Amaris Cole
Amaris Jude
Amaris Kai
Amaris Leo
Amaris Dean
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Amaris is also used as a girl name, ranked #859.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amaris
What does the name Amaris mean?
"God has promised" (from Hebrew). "of love" (from Latin). 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 Hebrew, Latin, American, Spanish, and African-American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has promised". In Latin, it means "of love".
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.
About the Name Amaris
Amaris is a boy name with American, Spanish, and African-American origins . The name means "God has promised" in Hebrew .
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.