"of America, American"
Origin: Modern American
Language: English
Ameris
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Meaning & Origin
"immortal, ever-living"
Origin: Latin/Greek blend
Language: Latin
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The Story of Ameris
Ameris appears to be a modern American invented name, likely inspired by the word America or possibly a creative blending of names like Amari and Aris. The name evokes a distinctly American identity while maintaining a melodic, international sound.
Ameris is a very rare name with minimal documented usage, making it an extremely uncommon choice for parents who want something entirely distinctive.
As a modern invented name, Ameris carries no specific cultural weight beyond its American English roots and the creative naming tradition common in contemporary American culture.
Historical Record
Ameris first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.
Over 72 babies have been named Ameris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ameris is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #5,277 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ameris may be a portmanteau of America and names ending in -is
- The name shares roots with Amerigo Vespucci, after whom America is named
Ameris in Other Languages
French
Améris
Spanish
Ameris
Japanese
アメリス
Popularity Over Time
#5,277
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Ameris
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Amerigo Vespucci
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1454
Italian explorer after whom the Americas were named, lending the root "Ameri" to many place and person names
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,277
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Mer
Riss
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ameris
What does the name Ameris mean?
"of America, American" (from Modern American). "immortal, ever-living" (from Latin/Greek blend). Ameris appears to be a modern American invented name, likely inspired by the word America or possibly a creative blending of names like Amari and Aris. The name evokes a distinctly American identity while maintaining a melodic, international sound.
What is the origin of the name Ameris?
Ameris has Modern American, Latin/Greek blend, and American origins. In Modern American, it means "of America, American". In Latin/Greek blend, it means "immortal, ever-living".
Is Ameris a boy or girl name?
Ameris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5277. As a girl name, it is ranked #30603. Ameris is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Ameris?
Ameris is currently ranked #5277 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ameris?
Common nicknames for Ameris include Mer and Riss.
What are good middle names for Ameris?
Popular middle name pairings include Ameris James, Ameris Cole, Ameris Lee, Ameris Grant, Ameris Wayne, Ameris Blake, and Ameris Scott.
What are good sibling names for Ameris?
Names that pair well with Ameris as siblings include Aria, Emerson, Amara, River, Phoenix, Remy, and Zara.
How many syllables does Ameris have?
Ameris has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Ameris a common or rare name?
Ameris is an uncommon name, ranked #5277 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Ameris
Ameris is a boy name with American origins . The name means "of America, American" in Modern American .
Is Ameris a boy or girl name? Ameris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,277 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #30,603. Ameris is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ameris is currently ranked #5,277 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Ameris has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Ameris include Mer and Riss. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ameris include Amere, Amer . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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