Amari
Amari is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Strength, promised by God, or eternal.
Origin and history
Amari is a versatile unisex name with multiple origins, including Yoruba, where it relates to strength or building, and Hebrew or Arabic root connections. In the United States, it has grown rapidly in popularity for both girls and boys since the late 20th century. Today, it offers a contemporary and melodic choice for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
21,288 babies in the United States have been named Amari since 1880. It ranks #1022 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #326.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
- FL (6.9 %)
- GA (6.5 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 61 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,760 |
| 2000-2010 | 6,628 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,026 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,813 |
Famous people named Amari
- Amari Bailey: Basketball player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Amari has independent origins in Yoruba culture as well as linguistic ties to Hebrew and Arabic roots.
- The name has risen significantly in U.S. popularity for both girls and boys over recent decades.