Rising since 2018, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Amany since 1981
Babies named Amany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 69 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Amany is a name of Arabic origin, meaning 'wishes' or 'aspirations'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1981 and reached its peak popularity in 1996. Since 2018, the name has been rising in use, though it remains rare: in 2025 it ranked 14,942, with only 1 in 321,453 newborn girls receiving the name. Amany is primarily used for girls and is associated with positive, hopeful connotations in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities. Its rise in recent years suggests a growing appreciation for its melodic sound and meaningful heritage. Though not yet common, Amany's upward trajectory may continue as parents seek distinctive names with cultural depth.
Amany derives from the Arabic plural 'amānī' (أماني), meaning 'wishes', 'desires', or 'aspirations'. It is closely related to the singular 'umniyyah' (أمنية). The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities, often chosen for its hopeful and positive connotations. In some contexts, it is also associated with the concept of divine blessings.
“Amany” around the world
Where Amany lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ama, Mani, Nani
Sibling names for Amany
Names that share Amany's style, for a brother or sister.
