Holding steady.
Popularity of Amey since 1886
Babies named Amey per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1973, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Amey's real moment was 1886.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 | 0 |
| 1890s | 18 | 0 |
| 1900s | 24 | 0 |
| 1910s | 71 | 0 |
| 1920s | 65 | 0 |
| 1930s | 20 | 0 |
| 1940s | 26 | 0 |
| 1950s | 50 | 0 |
| 1960s | 118 | 0 |
| 1970s | 260 | 0 |
| 1980s | 134 | 0 |
| 1990s | 43 | 0 |
| 2000s | 17 | 27 |
| 2010s | 0 | 15 |
| 2020s | 0 | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Amey is a rare name that has appeared sporadically in U.S. birth records since 1886, its peak year. In recent decades, it has remained below the top 1000, with no consistent rank, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. The trajectory of its usage is stable, meaning it has not experienced a surge or decline in recent years. While it shares roots with the beloved classic Amy, Amey offers a distinctive spelling that sets it apart. Parents considering Amey may appreciate its simplicity and gentle sound, as well as its connection to timeless names like Amy and Amabel. With no top states associated, its usage is scattered, making it a truly unique pick.
Amey is likely a variant of Amy, itself derived from Old French Amee meaning 'beloved', from Latin amata. It may also be a pet form of longer names such as Amabel or Amethyst. The name has seen rare use as both a given name and surname in English-speaking countries since at least the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ames, Mey
Sibling names for Amey
Names that share Amey's style, for a brother or sister.
