Aimee
Aimee is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Beloved.
Origin and history
Aimee is a classic female name derived from the French word meaning beloved. It gained steady popularity in the English-speaking world in the 19th and 20th centuries as a variant spelling of Amy. In the United States, it remains a recognized and affectionate traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
54,685 babies in the United States have been named Aimee since 1880. It ranks #552 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1267.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.6 %)
- TX (7.7 %)
- NY (7.1 %)
- PA (5 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 143 |
| 1890-1900 | 168 |
| 1900-1910 | 143 |
| 1910-1920 | 259 |
| 1920-1930 | 317 |
| 1930-1940 | 140 |
| 1940-1950 | 223 |
| 1950-1960 | 976 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,811 |
| 1970-1980 | 19,407 |
| 1980-1990 | 13,186 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,832 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,105 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,068 |
| 2020-2029 | 907 |
Famous people named Aimee
- Aimee Mann: Singer, Songwriter
- Aimee Garcia: Actress
- Aimee Semple McPherson: Evangelist, Religious Leader
Fun facts
- Aimee comes directly from the French past participle 'aimée', which translates to 'beloved'.
- Although derived from the French spelling Aimée, it functions largely as a stylish variant of Amy in English-speaking countries.