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Amarri

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Pronounced uh-MAR-ee /əˈmɑr.i/Medium

Meaning: A form of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba) and 'eternal; full moon' (Arabic-linked); used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Strength; a builder; eternal: Amarri is a form of Amari. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'uh-MAR-ee'). Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowYoruba, Arabic
MeaningA form of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba) and 'eternal; full moon' (Arabic-linked); used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#9566 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 331

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200319972024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Amarri is a form of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba) and 'eternal; full moon' (Arabic-linked; routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'uh-MAR-ee').

In the U.S. it appears in African-American families. Rare, strength-and-a-builder at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Amari is variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba) and 'eternal' (Arabic-linked) — Amarri is a form of it, lyrical and modern, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'uh-MAR-ee').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Amari — routes layered; unisex

Variations

AmariAmarieAmaris

Nicknames

Mari

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Amarie— a kin spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Amarri mean?

Amarri is a form of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba) and 'eternal' (Arabic-linked); used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Amarri?

It's said uh-MAR-ee /əˈmɑr.i/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Amarri a boy or girl name?

Amarri is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Amarri?

Amarri is a very rare name in the U.S.

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