Amariya
Meaning of Amariya
The appellation Amariya constitutes a feminine personal name whose etymology can be traced to a confluence of Semitic onomastic elements—most notably the Hebrew Amariah, denoting “the Lord has promised,” and the Arabic Amira, denoting “princess”—augmented by the morphological suffix “-ya” to yield a four-syllable form. Phonetically rendered in both British and American English as /əˈmɑːriə/, the name retains a uniform pronunciation that facilitates its adoption across dialectical boundaries. Empirical data from the United States Social Security Administration for the period 2000–2024 reveal an annual incidence varying between 8 and 40 occurrences, corresponding to national popularity rankings from 885th to 956th; in 2024, Amariya occupied the 933rd position with 17 registrations. This statistical profile, characterized by moderate fluctuations yet overall stability, situates Amariya within the lower decile of popular names, suggesting a calibrated preference among parents for names that are both distinctive and culturally resonant. Within an Anglo-American naming paradigm, it affords a synthesis of historical linguistic significance and contemporary stylistic precision, appealing to those who prioritize both etymological depth and phonological consistency.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as ah-muh-REE-yuh (/əˈmɑːriə/)
American English
- Pronunced as ah-muh-REE-yuh (/əˈmɑriə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
