Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aimee is a French name meaning 'beloved', originating from the Latin 'amatus'. It evolved through Old French before becoming popular in modern usage. The name is associated with traits such as warmth and affection. There is no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/eɪˈmiː/
Origin
French
Etymology
Aimee is derived from the French word 'aimé', meaning 'beloved' or 'loved'. It stems from the Latin root 'amatus', which also translates to 'beloved'.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Aimee (modern French), Aimée (Old French), Amata (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Aimee gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by the romantic nature of the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amy, Ami, Aime, Aimee
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Aimee is perceived as a charming and affectionate name, often associated with warmth and kindness. It remains popular in various cultures.
Famous People
Aimee Mann (musician), Aimee Teegarden (actress), Aimee Garcia (actress)
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,293 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1255th of 9107 | 659 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2138th of 9204 | 288 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 979th of 12526 | 2,053 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 200th of 19264 | 23,850 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 257th of 27321 | 17,725 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 640th of 35406 | 7,008 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1135th of 30306 | 2,641 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
71.36% 984th/1379 |
74.60% 1765th/2366 |
75.04% 857th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.73% 818th/2227 |
27.70% 673rd/2430 |
45.15% 1288th/2853 |
44.72% 1241st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
6.13% 180th/2937 |
5.17% 180th/3483 |
6.77% 238th/3518 |
4.35% 176th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.54% 241st/3685 |
5.07% 227th/4475 |
5.31% 276th/5194 |
3.89% 246th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.77% 814th/4582 |
12.57% 649th/5164 |
9.67% 707th/7313 |
6.59% 492nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
45.21% 1801st/3984 |
26.72% 1199th/4487 |
18.85% 1286th/6822 |
12.49% 784th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1255th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2138th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 979th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 200th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 257th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 640th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1135th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.