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Amorah

ah-MOR-uh · Of uncertain origin; likely a modern coinage influenced by the name Amora, possibly from Latin 'amor' meaning 'love'.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,276
Babies named in 2025
80
Peak popularity
2020
2025 frequency
1 in 20,091 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2006

Rising since 2006, #2,276 for girls today.

Popularity of Amorah since 2005

Babies named Amorah per year in U.S. Social Security records.

346710120102020Most births 2020Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s47
2010s290
2020s503

Meaning & origin

Amorah is a relatively recent addition to the American baby name landscape, first recorded in 2005. As of 2025, it ranks at 2,276, with about 1 in 20,091 births, indicating it remains uncommon but recognizable. The name reached its peak popularity in 2020, and its trajectory has been rising steadily since 2006, suggesting growing appeal. Its usage is concentrated in states like Michigan, New Jersey, and Georgia, reflecting a trend among modern, melodic names ending in 'a'. While its etymology points to a derivation from Latin 'amor' (love), Amorah is best understood as a contemporary creation, blending familiar sounds into a fresh, appealing option for parents seeking something distinctive yet evocative.

Amorah is a modern invention, first recorded in the United States in 2005. It appears to be a variant of the name Amora, which derives from the Latin word 'amor' meaning 'love'. The spelling with an 'h' follows a pattern seen in other contemporary name variants, such as Alorah or Ellorah, that add a fashionable suffix to create a melodic, feminine sound. The name gained modest popularity in the 2010s and continues to be used primarily for girls.

Where Amorah is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

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Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ami, Mora, Rah

Variants: Amora, Amorah

Sibling names for Amorah

Names that share Amorah's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Amorah mean?
Amorah is likely a modern coinage inspired by the Latin 'amor' meaning 'love', but its exact meaning is uncertain because it is not a traditional name with a long history.
How popular is the name Amorah?
As of 2025, Amorah ranks 2,276 in the United States, with about 1 in 20,091 baby girls given the name. Its popularity peaked in 2020.
Is Amorah a boy or girl name?
Amorah is almost exclusively used as a girl's name, according to Social Security Administration data.