Declining since 1995, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Aime since 1907
Babies named Aime per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 0 | 8 |
| 1910s | 0 | 135 |
| 1920s | 0 | 165 |
| 1930s | 0 | 91 |
| 1940s | 0 | 46 |
| 1950s | 0 | 19 |
| 1960s | 54 | 0 |
| 1970s | 309 | 0 |
| 1980s | 266 | 0 |
| 1990s | 466 | 0 |
| 2000s | 286 | 10 |
| 2010s | 365 | 0 |
| 2020s | 104 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Aime is a streamlined spelling of the classic name Amy, which has been in English use since the Middle Ages. Unlike its more common variants Aimee and Amy, Aime first appeared in U.S. records in 1961 and saw its peak rank of 7,133 in the 1990s (specifically 1994). However, its popularity has been declining since 1995, with its latest 2025 ranking placing it among less common choices. The name's 1-in-107,151 frequency indicates it remains rare, a fact that might appeal to parents seeking a familiar sound without the popularity of its counterparts. California, where the name has seen its highest concentrations, reflects the spelling's modern, minimal style.
Aime is a variant spelling of Amy, which itself comes from the Old French Amee, meaning 'beloved'. Amy was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest and has been in use since the Middle Ages. The spelling Aime gained some popularity in the 20th century as a streamlined form.
Where Aime is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aime” around the world
Where Aime lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
140
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Aime
Names that share Aime's style, for a brother or sister.
