Amerie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahm-ehr-ee-eh
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A modern, unique blend of Amelia and Marie, loosely meaning "industrious sea."

Amerie is a rare and unique feminine name with roots in Germanic and French cultures. It is believed to be a variant of the Old French name Amaury, derived from the Germanic title Amalric, which means "work" or "labor" combined with "ruler." Alternatively, it is also linked to the name Amery, meaning "universal ruler." The name has seen a gradual increase in popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries, over the last few decades. Its unique sound and rich history make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet elegant name for their child. The name Amerie evokes creativity, independence, and elegance, traits that are often mirrored in its bearers.

Amerie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Amerie is currently #2681 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Amerie is currently #1490 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Amerie is currently #1298 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Amerie is currently #704 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Amerie is currently #1378 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Amerie is currently #768 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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