Amara

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Pronounced ah-MAR-uh /əˈmɑːr.ə/High

Meaning: Grace; eternal; unfading — from Igbo amara (grace) or Arabic amara (eternal beauty) or Latin amarus (bitter, though used to mean eternal)Medium

In 30 seconds: A beautiful multi-origin name meaning 'grace' or 'eternal,' Amara draws from Igbo, Arabic, and Latin roots across Africa and the Mediterranean. Its melodic three syllables and warm meaning have made it a top-200 American choice.

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Origin MediumIgbo, Latin, Arabic

MeaningGrace; eternal; unfading — from Igbo amara (grace) or Arabic amara (eternal beauty) or Latin amarus (bitter, though used to mean eternal)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 12,261

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Amara has multiple independent origins: in Igbo (Nigeria) it means 'grace'; in Arabic it can mean 'eternal beauty'; in Latin it relates to amare (to love) or amarus (bitter). Each tradition used the name independently.

Amara has been rising in the United States across multiple communities and has entered the top 200 girls' names, valued for its musical sound and cross-cultural depth.

Did you know? Amara has independent roots in West Africa (Igbo: grace), the Arabic world (eternal beauty), and Latin (related to amare, to love) — a rare name with genuine cross-cultural resonance.

Variations

AmariaAmarahAmira

Nicknames

MaraAmiAma

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Amara mean?

Amara has multiple origins: in Igbo it means 'grace'; in Arabic it can mean 'eternal beauty'; and it is also related to Latin amara (beloved). All interpretations are valid.

How do you pronounce Amara?

It is said ah-MAR-uh /əˈmɑːr.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Amara a boy or girl name?

Amara is used predominantly as a girl's name.

How popular is Amara?

Amara has been climbing the U.S. charts and now appears in the top 200 girls' names.