Rising since 2001, #2,645 for girls today.
Popularity of Amaiah since 2000
Babies named Amaiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 223 |
| 2010s | 330 |
| 2020s | 319 |
Meaning & origin
Amaiah first appeared on U.S. naming records in 2000, a time when many new vowel-heavy, soft-sounding names were entering the mainstream. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 2001, and by 2025 it reached its peak rank of 2,645, with about 1 in 24,727 baby girls given the name that year. The name is most prevalent in states like Massachusetts, Washington, and Florida, suggesting a modern, diverse appeal. Amaiah fits a broader trend of invented names that share phonetic elements with established favorites like Amaya and Maya, yet it remains a distinctive choice. While the name's meaning cannot be traced to any historical language, its gentle sound and familiar spelling have helped it gain a small but loyal following across the United States.
Amaiah is a modern coinage that emerged in the United States around the year 2000. It likely follows the fashionable pattern of names ending in -aia or -ayah, drawing phonetic inspiration from names like Amaya, Maya, or Amiyah. Its exact derivation is not recorded, and no historical or linguistic root can be definitively assigned.
Where Amaiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ami, Mia, Amy
Sibling names for Amaiah
Names that share Amaiah's style, for a brother or sister.
