Girl · 6th of 19,264
Amy
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
702,270
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1975
Peak Popularity Year
32,342
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Amy 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 Amy originates from Latin, meaning 'beloved.' It has evolved through Old French and is now a popular name in English-speaking cultures. The name is associated with warmth and affection, has no biblical relevance, and gained popularity in the 19th century.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪmi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Amy is derived from the Old French name 'Amee,' which means 'beloved.' It traces back to the Latin word 'amatus,' the past participle of 'amare,' meaning 'to love.'
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Amee (Old French), Amata (Latin), Amy (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly due to its use in literature and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Aimee, Amie, Ami
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Amy is viewed as a classic and friendly name, often associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Amy Adams, Amy Winehouse, Amy Poehler, Amy Schumer
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy 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 32,342 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Wisconsin
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 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 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5479th of 6773 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3107th of 7552 | 136 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1007th of 10718 | 1,030 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1977th of 16616 | 562 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9981st of 24088 | 86 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18910th of 23106 | 12 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 262nd of 9107 | 11,620 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 342nd of 9204 | 6,747 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 118th of 12526 | 70,846 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6th of 19264 | 368,033 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25th of 27321 | 171,615 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 114th of 35406 | 45,852 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 177th of 30306 | 20,200 |