Emma Girl
EH-muh
“whole, universal” · Germanic
#3
Amaris
GirlHebrew, Latin· “uncertain; often said God has promised”
- Meaning
- uncertain; often said God has promised (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Hebrew, Latin
- Pronunciation
- uh-MAR-ihs
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #754
- US babies 2025
- 360
- Best rank
- #752 (2016)
- Peak year
- 2016
Meaning and origin of Amaris
Amaris is often said to mean “uncertain; often said God has promised”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Hebrew and Latin roots.
Amaris is a modern name whose origin is uncertain. It is often linked to the Hebrew Amariah, a name borne by several men in the Bible and usually explained as God has said or God has promised. Others connect it to the Latin amare, to love, or to the Spanish surname Amaris. As a given name it is chosen mainly for its soft, flowing sound, similar to Amara and Marisa. Amaris is used for girls, and Mari and Amy can serve as nicknames. Its uncommon status gives it a distinctive feel.
Popularity over time
Amaris first appears in US Social Security records in 1968. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 17 different years, starting in 2003. Its best national rank was #752 in 2016, the same year it reached its highest count of 379 babies. In 2025, 360 babies were named Amaris, and it ranked #754 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #2,156 in 1980, #1,218 in 2000, #1,004 in 2010, and #754 in 2025. Of the 9,422 US girls named Amaris since records began, 31% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 2,420 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Aubrielle, Alannah, Emmeline, Ariadne, and Itzayana.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Amaris ranked highest in New Mexico, Texas, and Maryland.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #101 | 13 |
| Texas | #471 | 69 |
| Maryland | #512 | 10 |
| California | #530 | 62 |
| Illinois | #541 | 18 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 90% of US babies named Amaris over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
Amaris is usually pronounced uh-MAR-ihs, with three syllables. It has six letters, starts with A and ends in “-is”.
Middle names for Amaris
A few middle names that flow with Amaris: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Amaris
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amaris mean?
Amaris is often said to mean “uncertain; often said God has promised”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Hebrew and Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Amaris?
Amaris has Hebrew and Latin roots. Amaris is a modern name whose origin is uncertain.
Is Amaris a popular name?
Yes. Amaris ranked #754 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Amaris a boy or girl name?
Amaris is mainly a girl's name. About 90% of US babies named Amaris over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
How do you pronounce Amaris?
Amaris is usually pronounced uh-MAR-ihs. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings