Rising since 2002, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Amaro since 1977
Babies named Amaro per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 85 |
| 2020s | 74 |
Meaning & origin
Amaro is a rare but steadily emerging name in the United States, first recorded in 1977. It has been on an upward trajectory since 2002, with its peak popularity occurring in 2024, when it ranked 7,194th. Approximately 1 in 155,280 newborns receive the name, reflecting its distinctive character. The name's origins are debated, possibly rooted in the Italian word for 'bitter' or as a variant of the Slavic name Amaryllis. While not among the most common choices, Amaro's consistent rise suggests growing appeal, particularly among families seeking uncommon Italian or Slavic-tinged names. Its top states of usage are not concentrated in any region, indicating broad but sparse adoption across the country.
The name Amaro has multiple possible derivations. In Italian, 'amaro' means 'bitter', similar to the Latin root 'amarus'. It may also be a variant of the Slavic name Amaryllis, which refers to a flower. Records show rare but consistent use in the United States since 1977, primarily for boys.
“Amaro” around the world
Where Amaro lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Amaro
Names that share Amaro's style, for a brother or sister.
