Amme: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahmm-eh
Origin: Ethiopia
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Africa
Meaning: A diminutive of Amy, meaning "beloved."

The name Amme is deeply rooted in various cultures, primarily associated with the meaning 'mother' or 'maternal' in many languages. It holds a special significance as a term of endearment and respect for mothers, particularly in South Asian cultures. The name Amme is derived from words meaning 'mother' or 'maternal' in languages like Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam. It is perceived as a warm and affectionate name, evoking feelings of love, care, and nurturing. While often used as a term of address, Amme is also occasionally used as a given name, primarily for girls. The name has multiple origins and variations, reflecting the universal importance of motherhood and the profound bond between mothers and their children.

Amme Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Amme is currently #32923 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Amme is currently #19147 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Amme is currently #16552 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Amme is currently #9562 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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