Amory

Meaning & origin

Amory is a rare unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1915. Its peak popularity came in 2020, when it ranked 7,194th with a 1-in-155,280 rate, but it has since fallen. The trajectory data shows a decline starting in 2020, and it has no top state concentrations. Despite its obscurity, Amory carries a sturdy, surname style with old-world Germanic roots. The name's ambiguous spelling and cross-gender use make it a quiet choice for parents seeking something distinctive but not experimental. For a name that has never cracked the top 5,000, its steady if shrinking presence is notable.

Amory may be an English surname derived from the Germanic personal name Amalric, composed of 'amal' (work) and 'ric' (ruler, power). It entered English through the Norman French form Amauri. As a given name, it saw modest use since the early 20th century, and in recent decades it has been used for both boys and girls, though it remains rare.