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Amarah

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Pronounced ah-MAR-ah /əˈmɑːr.ə/Low

Meaning: Eternal, long life, immortalLow

In 30 seconds: Amarah is an Arabic name meaning eternal or long life from the root amara. Popular in Muslim and African communities, it carries the beautiful aspiration of everlasting life.

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Origin LowArabic, Hebrew

MeaningEternal, long life, immortal

U.S. rank (2024)#1343 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births169 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,444

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Amarah derives from the Arabic root amara meaning to live long or eternal life. It is used as a feminine name across Arab-speaking countries and Muslim communities worldwide.

In the United States, Amarah is used in African American, Middle Eastern, and Muslim communities. Its warm three-syllable sound and beautiful meaning make it a compelling choice.

Did you know? Amarah is also the name of a historic city in southern Iraq on the Tigris River — once a center of Mesopotamian civilization — giving this name deep geographic resonance.

Overall data confidence 90%

Behind the Name: Amara

Variations

AmaraAmaaraAmarra

Nicknames

AmaMari

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If you like Amarah…

Amara— Closest spelling variant

Amira— Arabic feminine name of similar elegance

Samara— Three-syllable name with similar sound

Tamara— Three-syllable name with same -ara ending

Frequently Asked

What does Amarah mean?

Amarah means eternal or long life in Arabic, from the root amara meaning to live long.

How do you pronounce Amarah?

Amarah is pronounced ah-MAR-ah with three syllables.

Is Amarah an Arabic name?

Yes, Amarah is an Arabic name used across Muslim communities worldwide.

What names are similar to Amarah?

Similar names include Amara, Amira, Samara, and Tamara.