Rising since 1986, #1,150 for girls today.
Popularity of Amariah since 1980
Babies named Amariah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 202 |
| 2000s | 1,117 |
| 2010s | 1,499 |
| 2020s | 928 |
Meaning & origin
Amariah is a biblical name that first entered the American data in 1980. As of 2025, it ranks 1150th nationally, with a 1-in-7,996 rate of use, marking a steady rise since 1986. The name peaked in popularity in 2025, suggesting increasing appeal. Geographically, Amariah is most common in New Mexico, Colorado, and Oklahoma. Its meaning, 'God has said,' gives it a spiritual resonance that fits alongside other '-iah' names, while its sound keeps it feeling fresh and melodic.
Amariah derives from the Hebrew name Amaryahu, composed of 'amar' (to speak, say) and the divine name Yah. In the Hebrew Bible, it appears as a masculine name borne by several priests and Levites. In modern usage, Amariah has been adopted for girls, fitting a broader trend of biblical names with the melodic '-iah' ending being used for both genders.
Where Amariah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Amariah” around the world
Where Amariah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ama, Ari, Riah
Sibling names for Amariah
Names that share Amariah's style, for a brother or sister.
