Amerie
Amerie is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Home ruler or industrious ruler.
Origin and history
Amerie is a modern American name, often considered a creative spelling of Amery or Emery, which trace back to Germanic roots meaning home ruler or industrious power. It gained wider public visibility in the early 2000s, partially influenced by the American R&B singer of the same name. In the United States, it remains a moderately rare choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,648 babies in the United States have been named Amerie since 1880. It ranks #3430 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1616.
States where it is most popular
- TX (34.7 %)
- CA (31.1 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
- AZ (4.3 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 974 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,189 |
| 2020-2029 | 485 |
Famous people named Amerie
- Amerie Mi Marie Nicholson: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Amy, Rie
Fun facts
- The name experienced increased visibility in the mid-2000s with the rise of American singer Amerie.
- It ultimately derives from the ancient Germanic name Aimery, composed of elements meaning home and power.