Amanda: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: a-hma-hnda-h
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Worthy of love

Amanda is a feminine name of Latin origin, meaning "worthy of love" or "loveable". The name was first coined in the 17th century and is derived from the Shakespearean name Miranda, which shares a similar meaning and Latin roots. It is a classic name that has been used for girls through generations and has been popular in various cultures, including English, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, Hungarian, Norwegian, Latvian, and Late Roman. The name first appeared in 1212 on a birth record from Warwickshire, England, and it gained popularity in the 17th century when authors and poets started using it for characters in their works.

Amanda Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Amanda is currently #619 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Amanda is currently #320 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Amanda is currently #610 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Amanda is currently #318 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Amanda

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Amanda, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Amanda Seyfried: Amanda Seyfried is an American actress, singer, and model known for her roles in "Mean Girls," "Mamma Mia!," and "Les Misérables."
  • Amanda Bynes: Amanda Bynes is an American actress, known for her work in television series "All That" and "The Amanda Show," as well as films like "Hairspray" and "She's the Man."
  • Amanda Peet: Amanda Peet is an American actress and writer known for her roles in "The Whole Nine Yards," "2012," and "Togetherness."
  • Amanda Palmer: Amanda Palmer is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and performance artist, known as the lead vocalist, pianist, and lyricist of the duo The Dresden Dolls.
  • Amanda Nunes: Amanda Nunes is a Brazilian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and is the reigning champion in both the women's bantamweight and featherweight divisions.

 

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