Ameya

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Ameya Pronunciation

Ameya is pronounced ah-MAY-ah /ɑˈmeɪ.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit ameya, 'boundless, immeasurable, magnificent'; also echoes Amaya; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Without limits: Ameya is Sanskrit for 'boundless, immeasurable' — also echoing the soft Amaya. Expansive, graceful, and uncommon.

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Origin MediumSanskrit, American

MeaningFrom Sanskrit ameya, 'boundless, immeasurable, magnificent'; also echoes Amaya; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4190 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 914

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Ameya comes from Sanskrit ameya, 'boundless, immeasurable, magnificent' (used for both sexes in India), and also echoes the modern Amaya (routes layered, which we note). It carries a sense of vast grace.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, boundless at the root, and expansive.

Did you know? Ameya means 'boundless, immeasurable' in Sanskrit — a name of magnificence; it also happily echoes the popular Amaya.

Overall data confidence 60%

Sanskrit references — ameya — routes layered

Variations

AmayaAmeyahAmeia

Nicknames

AmyMaya

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If you like Ameya…

Amaya— the name it echoes

Amara— a companion soft name

Ananya— a fellow Sanskrit favorite

Maya— a related bright name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ameya?

Ameya is pronounced ah-MAY-ah (/ɑˈmeɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Ameya said aloud.

How do you say Ameya?

Ameya is said ah-MAY-ah (/ɑˈmeɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Ameya said aloud.

What does the name Ameya mean?

Ameya is Sanskrit for 'boundless, immeasurable', and echoes Amaya; the routes are layered.

Is Ameya a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Ameya?

Ameya is a rare name in the U.S.