Amary

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Pronounced ə-MAR-ee /əˈmɑr.i/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba), 'eternal' (linked to Amara), and the Arabic Ammar; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Eternal; strength: Amary spells Amari — 'strength; eternal'. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'ə-MAR-ee').

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Origin LowAmerican, Yoruba

MeaningA spelling of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba), 'eternal' (linked to Amara), and the Arabic Ammar; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6386 ↗ Rising

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

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 135

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Amary is a spelling of Amari — variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba), 'eternal' (linked to Amara), and a form of the Arabic Ammar (routes layered, which we flag). A lyrical, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (nickname Ami).

It registers thinly in this spelling. Rare, strength-or-eternal in echo, and lyrical.

Did you know? Amari is variously 'strength; a builder' (Yoruba), 'eternal' (linked to Amara), and the Arabic Ammar — Amary is a -y spelling, lyrical and modern (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'ə-MAR-ee').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Amari — routes layered

Variations

AmariAmarieAmaree

Nicknames

Ami

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Amary mean?

Amary spells Amari — variously 'strength' (Yoruba) and 'eternal'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Amary?

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

Is Amary a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Amary?

Amary is a rare name in the U.S.