Rising since 2010, #7,885 for girls today.
Popularity of Amai since 2005
Babies named Amai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 22 | 0 |
| 2010s | 75 | 0 |
| 2020s | 89 | 63 |
Meaning & origin
Amai is a modern feminine name that entered the U.S. naming scene in 2005. It has been rising in popularity since 2010, reaching a peak rank of 7,885 in 2022 (the latest year with available data). As of 2022, about 1 in 123,636 newborns received the name. While its origins are unclear, Amai may be a creative spelling of Amaya or a standalone invention. The name has not ranked among the top names in any state, and it remains relatively rare, appealing to parents seeking a short, melodic choice with contemporary flair.
Amai first appeared in U.S. records in 2005, likely a modern coinage. It may be a respelling of Amaya or a combination of the prefix A- with the suffix -mai, or inspired by the Japanese word amai meaning 'sweet', though no direct borrowing is attested. The name has risen in use since 2010.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Amaya
Sibling names for Amai
Names that share Amai's style, for a brother or sister.
