Amiyah
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
18,156 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2016 Peak Popularity Year
1,238 Peak Births

Amiyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Amiyah is a modern American name that means 'belonging to the people of God'. It has evolved recently and is a variant of similar names. While it does not have biblical roots, it reflects contemporary naming trends and is viewed positively.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amiyah"

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Pronunciation

/əˈmiːjə/

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Origin

Modern American

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Etymology

The name Amiyah is a modern invention, possibly derived from similar-sounding names and influenced by the Hebrew name 'Amiah' meaning 'people of God'.

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Meaning

Belonging to the people of God

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Language Evolution

Amiyah

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Historical Usage

The name Amiyah gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in the United States.

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Variants & Derivatives

Amaya, Amiyah

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Modern Popularity & Image

Amiyah is perceived as a unique and modern name often associated with strength and individuality.

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Famous People

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📊 Amiyah Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Amiyah Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 1,238 peak births in 2016

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amiyah"

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 "Amiyah"

"Amiyah" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 19733rd of 27321 18
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 684th of 35406 6,449
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 327th of 30306 11,689

Regional Popularity of "Amiyah" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Amiyah" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
13.75%
630th/4582
13.01%
672nd/5164
7.45%
545th/7313
15.41%
1150th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
7.73%
308th/3984
7.93%
356th/4487
3.90%
266th/6822
7.89%
495th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Amiyah"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Amiyah" 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 "Amiyah" in the United States

The name Amiyah is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Amiyah has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, 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, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Amiyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 684th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 327th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Amiyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Amiyah name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
[600x500px image] Etymology and historical popularity of Amiyah,