Amaro

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Amaro Pronunciation

Amaro is pronounced ə-MAH-roh /əˈmɑ.roʊ/Medium

Meaning: From the Galician/Spanish San Amaro — possibly from Germanic, 'dark', or linked to Latin amarus, 'bitter'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A pilgrim saint: Amaro is a Galician/Spanish name — possibly 'dark'. Melodic, distinctive, and warm.

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Origin MediumGerman, Spanish

MeaningFrom the Galician/Spanish San Amaro — possibly from Germanic, 'dark', or linked to Latin amarus, 'bitter'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5234 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 198

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Amaro comes from the Galician and Spanish San Amaro — a legendary pilgrim saint — possibly from a Germanic name meaning 'dark', or linked to Latin amarus, 'bitter' (routes layered, which we note). A melodic, distinctive name across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America (also a Galician surname; said 'ə-MAH-roh').

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, dark-or-a-pilgrim-saint at the root, and melodic.

Did you know? Amaro is a beloved Galician and Spanish saint's name (San Amaro, a legendary pilgrim) — possibly from Germanic 'dark', or linked to Latin amarus, 'bitter'; melodic and distinctive (the routes are layered, which we note).

Overall data confidence 60%

References — Amaro — routes layered

Variations

AmauroMauroAmaru

Nicknames

Maro

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Spanish German Saint

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Mauro— a kin 'dark' Latin name

Amaru— a sound-neighbor name

Alvaro— a fellow Spanish boys' name

Genaro— another -aro Latino boys' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Amaro?

Amaro is pronounced ə-MAH-roh (/əˈmɑ.roʊ/). Press play above to hear Amaro said aloud.

How do you say Amaro?

Amaro is said ə-MAH-roh (/əˈmɑ.roʊ/). Press play above to hear Amaro said aloud.

What does the name Amaro mean?

Amaro is a Galician/Spanish saint's name, possibly 'dark' (Germanic) or 'bitter' (Latin); the routes are layered.

Is Amaro a boy or girl name?

Amaro is a boy's name.

How popular is Amaro?

Amaro is a rare name in the U.S.