Amia
Amia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Beloved.
Origin and history
Amia is a feminine name with roots primarily linked to the Latin word for beloved, though it is also considered a modern variant of names like Amy or Amiah. It has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent years as a short, soft-sounding name. Its brief structure fits well alongside contemporary naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
6,080 babies in the United States have been named Amia since 1880. It ranks #2193 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1173.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.8 %)
- TX (10.4 %)
- FL (8.2 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- IL (7.8 %)
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 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 65 |
| 1980-1990 | 143 |
| 1990-2000 | 377 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,693 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,732 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,055 |
Fun facts
- Amia is closely connected to the Latin word 'amatus', meaning loved or beloved.
- The name has seen an increase in usage since 2000, fitting into the popular trend of short names ending in 'a'.