Ambar
Ambar is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Amber, gemstone, or ambergris.
Origin and history
Ambar is a given name of Arabic origin, meaning amber or jewel, often used in Spanish-speaking regions as a variant of Ámbar. In the United States, it has seen steady, moderate usage as a distinctive female name.
Popularity in the United States
3,026 babies in the United States have been named Ambar since 1880. It ranks #3227 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1591.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45 %)
- TX (21.7 %)
- NY (16.9 %)
- FL (8.3 %)
- NJ (3 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 615 |
| 1990-2000 | 694 |
| 2000-2010 | 632 |
| 2010-2019 | 568 |
| 2020-2029 | 511 |
Famous people named Ambar
- Ambar Lucid: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Ambar is directly related to the English word 'amber', both tracing back to the Arabic word 'anbar'.
- The name is widely recognized across both English and Spanish-speaking communities.