MallowbyNames

Amzie

AM-zee · Likely a variant or diminutive of Amy or Amanda, though its exact meaning is uncertain.

Peak popularity
2014
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2015

Declining since 2015.

Popularity of Amzie since 1892

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

142842192019602000Most births 2014GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1890s010
1900s00
1910s029
1920s00
1930s011
1940s05
1950s00
1960s00
1970s00
1980s00
1990s00
2000s00
2010s1330
2020s300

Meaning & origin

Amzie is an extremely rare name that entered U.S. birth certificates only in 2010, peaking in popularity in 2014. Since 2015, its usage has declined. The name does not appear in any top states and is given to a handful of babies per year, with no data on frequency per million births. As a modern coinage, Amzie lacks deep historical roots, but its sound aligns with other short ‘-ie’ names popular in the 2010s, such as Addie or Ellie. Parents drawn to Amzie may appreciate its novelty and simple, cheerful pronunciation.

Amzie appears to be a modern coinage or a variant of names like Amy or Amanda, possibly influenced by the suffix -ie. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2010, suggesting a recent invention or adaptation. The name's rarity and lack of historical usage make its etymology speculative.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Amy, Zee

Sibling names for Amzie

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

Sisters: Emma, Ava, Mia, Lily, Zoe

Brothers: Leo, Liam, Noah, Oliver, Ethan

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Amzie mean?
Amzie likely derives from Amy (from French 'aimée', meaning 'beloved') or Amanda (Latin 'worthy of love'), but its exact meaning is not established.
Is Amzie a popular name?
No, Amzie is very rare. It first appeared in U.S. data in 2010 and has not ranked among the top names. Its peak usage was in 2014.
Is Amzie a boy or girl name?
Amzie is primarily used for girls, according to Social Security records.