Ama Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ama originates from the Akan people of Ghana, meaning 'born on Saturday'. It has evolved through various forms in the Akan language and is associated with cultural significance and heritage. The name has no biblical relevance. In modern times, it is viewed positively and is popular as a representation of African identity.
The name Ama is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. 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, Ama has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ama' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2738th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4170th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6210th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7589th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6670th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ama' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ama"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑː.mə/
Origin
African, specifically Akan
Etymology
Ama is derived from the Akan language of Ghana, where it is traditionally given to girls born on a Saturday.
Meaning
born on Saturday
Language Evolution
Ama (Akan), Amma (variation)
Historical Usage
The name has been used among the Akan people for generations, particularly in Ghana, and has gained popularity in various cultures as a unique name reflecting African heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Amma, Amani, Amaia
Modern Popularity & Image
Ama is perceived as a culturally rich and meaningful name, often associated with strength and heritage.
Famous People
Ama Asante, Amaury Nolasco
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ama"
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 of "Ama"
"Ama" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2738th of 9107 | 191 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4170th of 9204 | 85 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6210th of 19264 | 121 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7589th of 27321 | 151 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7752nd of 35406 | 229 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6670th of 30306 | 214 |
Regional Popularity of "Ama" by Generation for 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 of "Ama" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
75.62% 3384th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
92.78% 4163rd/4487 |
- |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ama"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ama" 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.