Amara Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Amara has made appearances in popular culture, including TV shows, movies, and literature. Notable characters named Amara can be found in series like “The Vampire Diaries” and “Supernatural.”

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A Deep Dive

Amara Overview

Meaning

Everlasting, gracious, immortal, eternal, imperishable

Gender

Girl

Origin

Latin, Italian, Sanskrit, Greek, African, Spanish

Etymology

Derived from multiple origins: Latin “amara” meaning “bitter,” Igbo meaning “grace,” Sanskrit meaning “immortal”.

Pronunciation

/əˈmɑː.rə/

Popularity

Amara is a popular name globally, especially in the USA where it ranked #123 for girls in 2023.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Exotic, Beautiful, Uncommon, Cute

Associated Traits

Elegant, graceful, serene, vibrant

Name Day

December 15 (Italy)
A Deep Dive

Amara Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Amarah, Amora, Amarrah, Amira, Amarra

Common Nicknames

Mara, Amy, Mari, Ama, Rara

Diminutives

Ama, Mari, Miri, Ara, Ammy

Famous People

  • Amara La Negra
    (American Singer and TV Personality)
  • Amara Karan
    (British Actress)
  • Amara Walker
    (American Journalist)
  • Amara Miller
    (American Actress)
  • Amara Essy
    (Ivorian Diplomat)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Amara Aquilla
    ("X-Men," Comic Book Series)
  • "Amara's Journey"
    (Novel)
  • Amara La Negra
    ("Unstoppable," Album)
  • Amara
    ("The Vampire Diaries," TV Series)
  • "Amara's Quest"
    (Video Game)

Places

  • Amara Village
    (State of Gujarat, India)
  • Amara Olu Street
    (Lagos, Nigeria)

What Is the Meaning of Amara?

Amara signifies “eternal” or “immortal.” This name often suggests a sense of timelessness and strength, reflecting a personality that is both resilient and enduring.

What Is the Origin of The Name Amara?

Amara has roots in multiple cultures. It is derived from the Latin word “amarus” meaning “bitter,” but also holds significance in Sanskrit, meaning “immortal,” and in Igbo, a Nigerian language, meaning “grace.”

Amara Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Amara in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1442021#1412022#1232023
Top 3 Rankings#1232023#1402019#1412022

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Amara

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023123
(+18 from 2022)
2273
(+229 from 2022)
0.12995
2022141
(+3 from 2021)
2044
(+127 from 2021)
0.11399
2021144
(-2 from 2020)
1917
(+1 from 2020)
0.10700
2020142
(-2 from 2019)
1916
(-79 from 2019)
0.10839
2019140
(+50 from 2018)
1995
(+409 from 2018)
0.10873
2018190
(+16 from 2017)
1586
(+87 from 2017)
0.08528
2017206
(+95 from 2016)
1499
(+414 from 2016)
0.07935
2016301
(+158 from 2015)
1085
(+394 from 2015)
0.05605
2015459
(+52 from 2014)
691
(+84 from 2014)
0.03542
2014511
(+67 from 2013)
607
(+110 from 2013)
0.03103
2013578
(-7 from 2012)
497
(-17 from 2012)
0.02578
2012571
(+15 from 2011)
514
(+23 from 2011)
0.02650
2011586
(+68 from 2010)
491
(+44 from 2010)
0.02534
2010654
(-68 from 2009)
447
(-69 from 2009)
0.02280
2009586
(-9 from 2008)
516
(-18 from 2008)
0.02548
2008577
No change from 2007
534
(+12 from 2007)
0.02564
2007577
(-4 from 2006)
522
(+11 from 2006)
0.02466
2006573
(-2 from 2005)
511
(+10 from 2005)
0.02444
2005571
(+36 from 2004)
501
(+45 from 2004)
0.02469
2004607
(+45 from 2003)
456
(+50 from 2003)
0.02260
2003652
(+138 from 2002)
406
(+109 from 2002)
0.02023
2002790
(+80 from 2001)
297
(+34 from 2001)
0.01504
2001870
(-74 from 2000)
263
(-24 from 2000)
0.01328
2000796
(+237 from 1999)
287
(+90 from 1999)
0.01438
19991033
(+47 from 1998)
197
(+18 from 1998)
0.01012
19981080
(+30 from 1997)
179
(+10 from 1997)
0.00923
19971110
(+105 from 1996)
169
(+23 from 1996)
0.00885
19961215
(+14 from 1995)
146
(+7 from 1995)
0.00762
19951229
(+171 from 1994)
139
(+24 from 1994)
0.00723
19941400
(+118 from 1993)
115
(+12 from 1993)
0.00590
19931518
(-96 from 1992)
103
(-11 from 1992)
0.00522
19921422
(+53 from 1991)
114
(+7 from 1991)
0.00569
19911475
(-222 from 1990)
107
(-24 from 1990)
0.00526
19901253
(+497 from 1989)
131
(+54 from 1989)
0.00638
19891750
(+113 from 1988)
77
(+11 from 1988)
0.00387
19881863
(-116 from 1987)
66
(-2 from 1987)
0.00343
19871747
(+91 from 1986)
68
(+7 from 1986)
0.00363
19861838
(-29 from 1985)
61
(-1 from 1985)
0.00331
19851809
(+765 from 1984)
62
(+26 from 1984)
0.00336
19842574
(-477 from 1983)
36
(-11 from 1983)
0.00200
19832097
(+395 from 1982)
47
(+9 from 1982)
0.00263
19822492
(-4 from 1981)
38
No change from 1981
0.00209
19812488
(+378 from 1980)
38
(+7 from 1980)
0.00212
19802866
(-6 from 1979)
31
(+1 from 1979)
0.00174
19792860
(+1819 from 1978)
30
(+16 from 1978)
0.00174
19784679
(-1770 from 1977)
14
(-13 from 1977)
0.00085
19772909
(+378 from 1976)
27
(+6 from 1976)
0.00164
19763287
(-475 from 1975)
21
(-5 from 1975)
0.00134
19752812
(-256 from 1974)
26
(-3 from 1974)
0.00167
19742556
(+1599 from 1973)
29
(+15 from 1973)
0.00185
19734155
(-613 from 1972)
14
(-3 from 1972)
0.00090
19723542
(-172 from 1971)
17
(-2 from 1971)
0.00105
19713370
(+209 from 1970)
19
(+2 from 1970)
0.00108
19703579
(+840 from 1969)
17
(+6 from 1969)
0.00093
19694419
(+726 from 1968)
11
(+3 from 1968)
0.00062
19685145
(+897 from 1967)
8
(+2 from 1967)
0.00047
19676042
(+526 from 1961)
6
(+1 from 1961)
0.00035
19660
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0
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0.0000
19650
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0
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0.0000
19640
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0.0000
19630
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0
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0.0000
19620
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0
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0.0000
19616568
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00024
19600
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0
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0.0000
19590
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0
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0.0000
19580
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0.0000
19570
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0.0000
19560
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0.0000
19550
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0.0000
19540
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0.0000
19530
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0.0000
19520
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0.0000
19510
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0.0000
19500
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19490
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19480
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19470
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19460
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19450
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19400
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19380
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19370
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19330
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19310
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19300
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19290
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19280
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19270
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19260
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19250
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19240
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19230
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19220
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19210
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19200
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19190
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19180
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19170
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19160
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19150
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19140
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19130
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19120
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19110
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19100
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19090
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19080
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19050
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19040
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19030
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18800
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American States Popularity Rankings for Amara

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1472021#1242022#982023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1642021#1502022#1312023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#1482021#1362022#1172023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1542021#1172022#912023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1392021#1312022#1052023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1822021#1612022#1272023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1372021#1102022#1212023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1342021#1452022#1412023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1902021#1322022#1472023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1112021#1172022#1342023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1312021#1012022#1422023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1912021#1582022#1502023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1562021#1102022#992023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#952021#1022022#932023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2302021#2112022#1642023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2122021#2432022#1122023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#942021#1442022#1582023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2152021#1612022#1862023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1522021#1852022#1122023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2052021#1772022#1572023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2222021#1532022#1612023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2102021#2642022#1322023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1472021#1682022#772023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#972021#1322022#1532023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1162021#1562022#1182023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1092021#1302022#1102023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1792021#1232022#992023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#942021#1772022#1252023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1412021#1932022#1292023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#672021#842022#252023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2062021#792022#1152023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1492021#1542022#962023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2182021#2242022#1662023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2382021#2732022#2372023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1422021#1102022#1182023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1652021#1362022#1092023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2192021#1432022#1662023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1982021#1222022#842023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2342021#2952022#2362023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2112021#1382022#1132023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#662021#592022#572023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#752021#762022#812023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#672020#1032022#1082023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1202020#1332021#562022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2002020#752021#1262023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1742021#1592022#1642023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1872020#1862021#1492022

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#952021#1312022#1362023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#942020#1772022#922023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#882019#712020

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#882018

Popularity Rankings for Amara in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Other American Territories

American Samoa flag American Samoa
Guam flag Guam
Northern Mariana Islands flag Northern Mariana Islands
U.S. Virgin Islands flag U.S. Virgin Islands

Other American Territories flagOther American Territories#232008#182016

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#612021#1282022#562023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#682023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1132021#1172022#782023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#952021#982022#1492023

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#1882019#1332020#1132021

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1622019#1602020#1732021

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#2452021#1632022#1852023

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#2212021#1692022#1882023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#2522020#2822021#2312022

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3502021#2432022#2642023

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3262021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#8832021#4202022#4042023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#7112016#4542019

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#6782020#6642021#5382022

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#6982023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Amara a Name for Boys or Girls?

Amara is a versatile name used for both boys and girls. Its universal appeal lies in its beautiful sound and rich meanings across different cultures, making it a beloved choice for many parents.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Amara

Amara in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Amara La Negra (Singer, born 1990): An American singer, actress, and television personality known for her work on "Love & Hip Hop: Miami."
  • Amara Karan (Actress, born 1984): A British actress recognized for her roles in "The Darjeeling Limited" and "Starlings."
  • Amara Walker (Journalist, born 1981): An American news anchor and correspondent for CNN International.
  • Amara Miller (Actress, born 2000): An American actress known for her role in the film "The Descendants."
  • Amara Essy (Diplomat, born 1944): An Ivorian diplomat who served as the Secretary-General of the Organization of African Unity.
  • Amara Aquilla ("X-Men," 1982 Comic Book Series): Also known as Magma, she is a powerful mutant with the ability to control volcanic energy and lava.
  • "Amara's Journey" (2019 Novel): Follows the story of Amara, a young woman discovering her true identity and uncovering hidden family secrets.
  • Amara La Negra ("Unstoppable," 2019 Album): Features vibrant and empowering songs by the Dominican-American singer and reality TV star Amara La Negra.
  • Amara ("The Vampire Diaries," 2013 TV Series): An ancient and powerful immortal with a tragic love story intertwined with the main characters.
  • "Amara's Quest" (2020 Video Game): Players join Amara on a thrilling adventure to save her kingdom from dark forces.
  • Amara Clark ("Amara," 2016 Film): Chronicles the life of Amara Clark, a young woman overcoming personal struggles to achieve her dreams.
  • "Amara's Song" (2021 Novel): A touching narrative about Amara, a singer whose music brings hope and healing to her community.
  • Amara Santos ("Amara's Legacy," 2018 TV Series): Follows Amara Santos as she navigates her family's complex history and her own destiny.
  • "Amara's Magic" (2019 Comic Book Series): Chronicles the adventures of Amara, a heroine with magical abilities, fighting against dark forces.
  • Amara Jones ("Amara's Dream," 2017 Film): The inspiring story of Amara Jones, a young girl pursuing her dreams against all odds.
  • Amara City (State of Gujarat, India): A city in Gujarat with a rich cultural heritage and vibrant community life.
  • Amara Park (Canberra, Australia): A beautiful park in Canberra offering green spaces, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
  • Amara Beach (Goa, India): A stunning beach in Goa, featuring golden sands and crystal-clear waters.
  • Amara River (Rivers State, Nigeria): A significant river in Rivers State, providing essential resources and scenic views.
  • Amara Street (Lagos, Nigeria): A bustling street in Lagos, lined with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.
  • Amara Forest (Western Australia, Australia): A dense forest in Western Australia, perfect for hiking and wildlife observation.
  • Amara Hill (Dhaka, Bangladesh): A scenic hill in Dhaka, offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding areas.
  • Amara Gardens (Tokyo, Japan): A beautifully landscaped garden in Tokyo, ideal for leisurely walks and relaxation.

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