A 1890s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Amada since 1890
Babies named Amada per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2019, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Amada's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 39 |
| 1900s | 41 |
| 1910s | 109 |
| 1920s | 238 |
| 1930s | 157 |
| 1940s | 146 |
| 1950s | 131 |
| 1960s | 140 |
| 1970s | 191 |
| 1980s | 314 |
| 1990s | 275 |
| 2000s | 232 |
| 2010s | 265 |
| 2020s | 255 |
Meaning & origin
Amada is a Spanish feminine name meaning 'beloved,' directly derived from the Latin 'amatus.' It saw its peak in the United States in 1898, when it was most frequently recorded. After decades of lower usage, the name has been rising in popularity since 2013, showing a revival of interest. In 2025, it ranked 3,517th, with an incidence of 1 in 37,378 births. The name is most commonly found in Texas and California, where Spanish cultural influence is strong. Amada offers a heartfelt meaning and a classic sound that fits well with other traditional Spanish names.
Amada is the feminine form of the Spanish name Amado, derived from the Latin word 'amatus' meaning 'beloved' or 'loved one'. It is a direct translation of the Latin name Amata. The name has been used in the Spanish-speaking world since the medieval period, often as a devotional name reflecting divine love.
Where Amada is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ada, Amy, Mada
Sibling names for Amada
Names that share Amada's style, for a brother or sister.
