Amari Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Amari has African origins and means grace, immortal, or prosperous. It evolved from the name Amara and has become increasingly popular in recent decades as a gender-neutral name. It carries positive traits and does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amari"
Pronunciation
/əˈmɑːri/
Origin
African
Etymology
The name Amari is derived from the African name Amara, which means 'grace' or 'immortal'. It is also associated with the Arabic word 'Amar' meaning 'long-lived' or 'prosperous'.
Meaning
grace, immortal, prosperous
Language Evolution
Amara, Amari
Historical Usage
Amari gained popularity in the late 20th to early 21st century, especially in the United States, as a gender-neutral name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amara, Mari, Mara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amari is perceived as a modern, trendy name with a positive and strong connotation, often associated with grace and prosperity.
Famous People
Amari Cooper, Amari Stoudemire
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Boy Name Trend
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Amari Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,422 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amari"
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 "Amari"
"Amari" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3136th of 16616 | 289 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 420th of 24088 | 10,350 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 234th of 23106 | 19,317 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2900th of 27321 | 594 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 492nd of 35406 | 9,716 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 372nd of 30306 | 10,158 |
Regional Popularity of "Amari" 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) |
43.18% 1591st/3685 |
41.36% 1851st/4475 |
50.17% 2606th/5194 |
46.57% 2942nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.17% 420th/4582 |
7.13% 368th/5164 |
4.85% 355th/7313 |
8.24% 615th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.95% 277th/3984 |
4.19% 188th/4487 |
2.80% 191st/6822 |
5.40% 339th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amari" by Generation for Female 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) |
48.47% 1786th/3685 |
54.21% 2426th/4475 |
43.53% 2261st/5194 |
50.12% 3166th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.65% 442nd/4582 |
13.07% 675th/5164 |
4.61% 337th/7313 |
12.11% 904th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.24% 408th/3984 |
12.57% 564th/4487 |
4.18% 285th/6822 |
7.19% 451st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amari"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amari" 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 of "Amari" in the United States
The name Amari is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining 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, Amari has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amari' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3136th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 420th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 234th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2900th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 492nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 372nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amari' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.