Rising since 1985, #2,438 for girls today.
Popularity of Amaryllis since 1926
Babies named Amaryllis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 108 |
| 1930s | 144 |
| 1940s | 65 |
| 1950s | 28 |
| 1960s | 31 |
| 1970s | 100 |
| 1980s | 110 |
| 1990s | 150 |
| 2000s | 201 |
| 2010s | 503 |
| 2020s | 412 |
Meaning & origin
Amaryllis is a floral name with Greek roots, entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1926, and has been steadily rising in popularity since 1985, reaching its peak rank in 2023. In 2025, it ranked 2,438 with approximately 1 in 22,017 baby girls given the name. While still relatively uncommon, its upward trajectory reflects a broader trend toward nature-inspired and literary names. The name is most popular in Florida, California, and Texas, states known for embracing diverse and distinctive naming styles.
Amaryllis is derived from the Greek verb 'amarysso', meaning to sparkle or shine. In botanical contexts, it refers to a genus of flowering bulbs native to South Africa, commonly known as the belladonna lily or naked lady. The name was adopted in the 18th century as a given name in English-speaking countries, reflecting the Victorian era's fashion for flower names.
Where Amaryllis is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Amaryllis” around the world
Where Amaryllis lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amy, Ama, Lissy, Rilla
Sibling names for Amaryllis
Names that share Amaryllis's style, for a brother or sister.
