Amparo
Amparo is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Protection, shelter, or refuge.
Origin and history
Amparo is a traditional Spanish name meaning 'protection' or 'shelter', originating from the Catholic title Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados. It has been continuously used in the United States, particularly within Spanish-speaking communities, though it remains relatively rare overall.
Popularity in the United States
3,316 babies in the United States have been named Amparo since 1880. It ranks #3086 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2067.
States where it is most popular
- TX (56 %)
- CA (39.6 %)
- NY (2.1 %)
- AZ (1.3 %)
- IL (0.96 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 132 |
| 1920-1930 | 587 |
| 1930-1940 | 423 |
| 1940-1950 | 351 |
| 1950-1960 | 365 |
| 1960-1970 | 295 |
| 1970-1980 | 347 |
| 1980-1990 | 285 |
| 1990-2000 | 275 |
| 2000-2010 | 149 |
| 2010-2019 | 73 |
| 2020-2029 | 34 |
Famous people named Amparo
- Amparo Muñoz: Actress, Model
- Amparo Baró: Actress
- Amparo Grisales: Actress, Model
Nicknames
Amparito
Fun facts
- The name directly references a title of the Virgin Mary venerated particularly in Valencia, Spain.
- Amparo has appeared in U.S. birth records throughout the 20th and 21st centuries while maintaining a modest profile.