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Amber

Pronunciation: [ AMB-er ]

Boy Name #19,344 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Amber is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced AMB-er.

Parents who love the name Amber often also consider Amanda, Amelia, Amy .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#19,344
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Amb Amy Ambie

Also a Girl Name

Amber is also used as a girl name, ranked #541.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amber

Is Amber a boy or girl name?
Amber is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #19344. As a girl name, it is ranked #541. Amber is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Amber?
Amber is pronounced AMB-er.
How popular is the name Amber?
Amber is currently ranked #19344 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amber?
Common nicknames for Amber include Amb, Amy, and Ambie.
Is Amber a common or rare name?
Amber is an uncommon name, ranked #19344 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Amber

Amber is a boy name .

Is Amber a boy or girl name? Amber is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,344 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #541. Amber is more commonly used as a girl name.

Amber is currently ranked #19,344 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Amber include Amb, Amy, and Ambie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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