Amariah

Meaning of Amariah

Amariah is a beautiful and unique name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has promised" or "Yahweh has said." This name carries a sense of divine assurance and faith, making it a meaningful choice for many parents. Amariah is predominantly used as a female name and has several variations including Amari and Amaria. Pronounced as ah-mah-REE-ah in Italian and Spanish, and uh-MAR-ee-uh in English, it maintains an elegant charm across different languages. Over the years, the popularity of Amariah in the United States has seen modest fluctuations. In recent times, it ranked 1393rd in 2023 with 160 occurrences. The name’s steady presence on the charts reflects its enduring appeal among parents seeking a name that combines spiritual significance with melodic beauty.

Pronunciation

Italian

  • Pronunced as ah-mah-REE-ah (/a.ma.ˈri.a/)

Spanish

  • Pronunced as ah-mah-REE-ah (/a.ma.ˈɾi.a/)

British English

  • Pronunced as uh-MAR-ee-uh (/əˈmɑːriə/)

American English

  • Pronunced as uh-MAR-ee-uh (/əˈmɑriə/)

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Notable People Named Amariah

Amariah Brigham was a prominent American psychiatrist and one of the founding members of the Association of Medical Superintendents of American Institutions for the Insane, which later became the American Psychiatric Association.
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