Holding steady, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Amra since 1987
Babies named Amra per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2003, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Amra's real moment was 2019.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 40 |
| 2000s | 152 |
| 2010s | 146 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Amra is a name of Arabic origin with a clear and appealing meaning. Its popularity in the United States has been modest, with a peak rank of 9457 in 2025, though its trajectory has remained stable since the 2010s. The name first recorded in the U.S. in 1987, it reflects a quiet but steady presence among uncommon names. While not among the top names in any particular state, Amra carries cultural resonance for families with Arabic heritage. Its similarity to the more popular Amira may introduce some confusion, but Amra stands on its own as a distinctive choice.
Amra is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root 'amr' meaning 'life' or 'long-lived', and often interpreted as 'princess' or 'leader'. It is a variant of the more common name Amira. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world, particularly in North Africa and the Middle East.
“Amra” around the world
Where Amra lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ami, Amy
Sibling names for Amra
Names that share Amra's style, for a brother or sister.
