Amadi

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Amadi Pronunciation

Amadi is pronounced ah-MAH-dee /ɑˈmɑ.di/Medium

Meaning: From Igbo (Nigeria), 'a free man; one who rejoices, general rejoicing'; also linked to the Arabic Ahmadi, 'praiseworthy'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A free man; rejoicing: Amadi is Igbo for 'a free man; rejoicing'. Warm, dignified, and crisp (said 'ah-MAH-dee').

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Origin MediumIgbo, Arabic

MeaningFrom Igbo (Nigeria), 'a free man; one who rejoices, general rejoicing'; also linked to the Arabic Ahmadi, 'praiseworthy'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5892 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 224

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Amadi comes from the Igbo of Nigeria, variously 'a free man; a free-born person of dignity' and 'rejoicing, general rejoicing'; it is also linked to the Arabic Ahmadi, 'praiseworthy' (routes layered, which we note). A warm, dignified West African name (said 'ah-MAH-dee'; nickname Ama).

In the U.S. it appears in Nigerian and Muslim families. Rare, a-free-man-or-rejoicing at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Amadi means 'a free man' — and 'rejoicing, general rejoicing' — in Igbo (Nigeria) — and is also linked to the Arabic Ahmadi, 'praiseworthy' — a warm, dignified name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'ah-MAH-dee').

Overall data confidence 58%

References — Amadi — routes layered

Variations

AmadouAhmadi

Nicknames

Ama

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Arabic West-african Igbo

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Amadi?

Amadi is pronounced ah-MAH-dee (/ɑˈmɑ.di/). Press play above to hear Amadi said aloud.

How do you say Amadi?

Amadi is said ah-MAH-dee (/ɑˈmɑ.di/). Press play above to hear Amadi said aloud.

What does the name Amadi mean?

Amadi is Igbo for 'a free man; rejoicing', and is also linked to Arabic 'praiseworthy'; the routes are layered.

Is Amadi a boy or girl name?

Amadi is most often a boy's name.

How popular is Amadi?

Amadi is a rare name in the U.S.