Boy · 234th of 23,106
Amari
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
50,446
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
3,422
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Amari stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
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
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
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
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |