Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Ambreen since 1983
Babies named Ambreen per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ambreen's real moment was 2020.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Ambreen first entered U.S. naming records in 1983, reflecting its origins in South Asian Muslim communities. Though it has never cracked the top 1000 names nationally, its trajectory shows a clear upward trend, with its peak year in 2020 and a steady rise since 2022. The name's poetic meaning of 'sky' or 'heaven' ties it to Persian and Arabic literary traditions, yet it remains uncommon enough to feel distinctive. While no top states are recorded for Ambreen in the Social Security data, its growing usage suggests a quiet but sustained appeal among families seeking a name with lyrical roots and a modern feel.
Ambreen is derived from the Persian element 'āsmān' meaning 'sky', influenced by Arabic 'ʿamīq' (deep) or possibly a variant of 'Ambar' (amber). In Urdu and Persian poetry, it is used as a feminine name evoking the vastness or beauty of the sky. The name has been used in South Asia, particularly among Muslim families, since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ambi, Breen, Ammy
Sibling names for Ambreen
Names that share Ambreen's style, for a brother or sister.
