Declining since 2007, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Amera since 1970
Babies named Amera per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Amera's real moment was 2019.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 67 |
| 1990s | 129 |
| 2000s | 336 |
| 2010s | 357 |
| 2020s | 189 |
Meaning & origin
Amera is a name that has seen modest use in the United States since it first entered the records in 1970. Its highest popularity occurred in 2019, when it peaked in rank. However, its trajectory has been falling since 2007, reflecting a gradual decline in usage. The name is likely a variant of Amira, which carries the meaning of 'princess' in Arabic, though this derivation is not definitively established. Despite its uncertain etymology, Amera fits into a broader trend of names with a melodic ‘a’ ending and exotic flair. It remains a relatively rare choice, with around 1 in 53,576 girls receiving the name in 2025, making it distinctive without being obscure.
Amera is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Amira, derived from the Arabic word 'amir' meaning 'prince,' giving the feminine form 'princess.' Alternatively, it could be a modern coinage influenced by names like Ameera or a feminine form of Amer, which itself has roots in various languages. The name has been in use in the United States since at least 1970, appearing on the Social Security Administration's list of given names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amy, Mera, Ami
Sibling names for Amera
Names that share Amera's style, for a brother or sister.
