Amauri

Boy Name #2,571 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A medieval warrior name reborn in Brazil

Brazilian Portuguese French

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Meaning & Origin

"labor-power, work-ruler"

Origin: Germanic (Amal + Ric)

Language: English

"vigorous, energetic ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Language: French

The Story of Amauri

Amauri is the Portuguese and Brazilian form of Amaury, a French medieval name derived from the Germanic Amalric — composed of the elements 'amal' (labor, vigor) and 'ric' (power, ruler), yielding the meaning work-power or labor-ruler. The name was common among French and Norman nobility in the Middle Ages; several Crusader kings of Jerusalem bore the name Amalric. Through French colonial and cultural influence, the name traveled to Brazil where it took the phonetic form Amauri.

In Brazil, Amauri has been a consistently used name since the mid-20th century, associated with a generation of football (soccer) players and entertainers. It carries a distinctly Brazilian sound that sets it apart from more internationally common names.

In medieval Europe, Amalric/Amaury was a name associated with crusader nobility and Frankish royalty. In Brazil, the name has been carried by notable footballers, giving it an association with athletic excellence. It's more common in Brazil than in Portugal or France today.

Fun Facts

The name Amerigo (as in Amerigo Vespucci, who named the Americas) shares the same Germanic root as Amauri/Amalric
Amalric I was King of Jerusalem during the Crusades in the 12th century
In Brazil, the name is closely associated with the cultural period known as the Tropicalia movement

Amauri in Other Languages

French Amaury

Italian Amerigo

Spanish Amalrico

Germanic Amalric

Portuguese Amauri

Famous People Named Amauri

Amauri Carvalho de Oliveira

Athlete

1980

Brazilian-born Italian professional footballer who played as a forward in Serie A

Amaury Nunes

Musician

1938

Brazilian musician and husband of Elis Regina, prominent in Brazilian popular music

Amaury I of Jerusalem

Royalty

1136

King of Jerusalem from 1163-1174 during the Crusader period

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,571
Total SSA Count: 52
Cultural Origins: Brazilian Portuguese French
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Amaury #3951

Common Nicknames

Mauri Maury

Pairs Well With

Amauri Lucas Amauri Gabriel Amauri Rafael Amauri Eduardo Amauri Felipe Amauri Henrique Amauri Alexandre

Sibling Names

Gabriel Matheus Lucas Valentina Isabella Sofia Enzo Nicolas

Also a Girl Name

Amauri is also used as a girl name, ranked #6859.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amauri

What does the name Amauri mean?

"labor-power, work-ruler" (from Germanic (Amal + Ric)). "vigorous, energetic ruler" (from Old High German). Amauri is the Portuguese and Brazilian form of Amaury, a French medieval name derived from the Germanic Amalric — composed of the elements 'amal' (labor, vigor) and 'ric' (power, ruler), yielding the meaning work-power or labor-ruler. The name was common among French and Norman nobility in the Middle Ages; several Crusader kings of Jerusalem bore the name Amalric. Through French colonial and cultural influence, the name traveled to Brazil where it took the phonetic form Amauri.

What is the origin of the name Amauri?

Amauri has Germanic (Amal + Ric), Old High German, Brazilian, Portuguese, and French origins. In Germanic (Amal + Ric), it means "labor-power, work-ruler". In Old High German, it means "vigorous, energetic ruler".

Is Amauri a boy or girl name?

Amauri is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2571. As a girl name, it is ranked #6859. Amauri is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Amauri?

Amauri is currently ranked #2571 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Amauri?

Common nicknames for Amauri include Mauri and Maury.

What are good middle names for Amauri?

Popular middle name pairings include Amauri Lucas, Amauri Gabriel, Amauri Rafael, Amauri Eduardo, Amauri Felipe, Amauri Henrique, and Amauri Alexandre.

What are good sibling names for Amauri?

Names that pair well with Amauri as siblings include Gabriel, Matheus, Lucas, Valentina, Isabella, Sofia, Enzo, and Nicolas.

How many syllables does Amauri have?

Amauri has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Amauri a common or rare name?

Amauri is an uncommon name, ranked #2571 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Amauri

Amauri is a boy name with Brazilian, Portuguese, and French origins . The name means "labor-power, work-ruler" in Germanic (Amal + Ric) .

Is Amauri a boy or girl name? Amauri is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,571 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,859. Amauri is more commonly used as a boy name.

Amauri is currently ranked #2,571 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Amauri has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Amauri include Mauri and Maury. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Amauri include Amaury . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.