The nameAmara
Amara is a name given to boys and girls alike, clearly rising in France since the 2010s.
- Unisex name
- Several origins
Meaning
Its meaning varies between languages. In West Africa it is a boy's name. For girls, it is linked to several origins, including Igbo, where it suggests grace.
Origin
Several origins, West African for boys.
History
Found in France since the 1950s, Amara rose strongly in the 2010s and is now at its highest level there, notably in Île-de-France.
Popularity of the name Amara
Amara in France
Amara was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 690 births over the decade, 35% of all recorded babies named Amara. Its rise began around 1964, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Amara in France were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 123 births a year on average, against 56 in the five years before.
Amara in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amara mean?
Its meaning varies between languages. In West Africa it is a boy's name. For girls, it is linked to several origins, including Igbo, where it suggests grace.
What is the origin of the name Amara?
Several origins, West African for boys.
Is Amara a girl's or a boy's name?
Amara is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.