Amada
Amada is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Beloved or loved.
Origin and history
Amada is a feminine name of Latin origin meaning 'beloved' or 'loved'. It is the feminine form of Amado and is closely related to names like Amanda and Amy. In the United States, it has maintained a consistent, low-profile presence throughout history, occasionally associated with notable figures like Eva Mendes' mother and daughters.
Popularity in the United States
2,533 babies in the United States have been named Amada since 1880. It ranks #3511 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1846.
States where it is most popular
- TX (61.1 %)
- CA (35.1 %)
- NM (3 %)
- IL (0.41 %)
- NY (0.41 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 39 |
| 1900-1910 | 41 |
| 1910-1920 | 109 |
| 1920-1930 | 238 |
| 1930-1940 | 157 |
| 1940-1950 | 146 |
| 1950-1960 | 131 |
| 1960-1970 | 140 |
| 1970-1980 | 191 |
| 1980-1990 | 314 |
| 1990-2000 | 275 |
| 2000-2010 | 232 |
| 2010-2019 | 265 |
| 2020-2029 | 255 |
Famous people named Amada
- Amada Garcia: Activist
Fun facts
- Amada comes directly from the Latin word 'amatus', meaning 'beloved'.
- Actress Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling named both of their daughters using the name Amada to honor Mendes' grandmother.