Unisex
African
3 syllables
Amari
ah-MAH-ree
/əˈmɑː.ri/
"Eternal strength" — a bold, rhythmic African name with global modern appeal
Amari has roots in several African languages. In Yoruba it means strength or eternal, while in Igbo it means grace. The name is also connected to the Sanskrit Amara meaning immortal. It is used as both a male and female name in the United States and has become one of the most rapidly rising unisex names of the 2010s, beloved for its rhythmic sound and powerful meaning.
Quick Facts
Letters5
SyllablesA · ma · ri
GenderUnisex
OriginAfrican
Root WordAmari
MeaningEternal, strength, builder
PopularityPopular
Peak Year2020
Trend
↑ Rising
Name DayMay 20
Nicknames
AriMariAmmyRi
About the Name Amari
Amari means eternal, strength, or builder depending on its African linguistic context. In Yoruba it means eternal, and in Igbo it can mean grace.
Amari has roots in West African languages, particularly Yoruba and Igbo. It is also used in the African American community and has Sanskrit connections where Amara means immortal.
Amari is highly popular and rising, ranking in the US top 100 for girls. It is one of the most successful modern unisex names.
Amari Grace, Amari Jade, and Amari Rose are strong, flowing combinations that complement the name's bold character.
Amaris are often described as strong, vibrant, and naturally charismatic — a name that radiates confidence and warmth.
Amari is the most common spelling. Amaree and Amarey are rarer phonetic variants. The feminine form Amara is a distinct but related name.
Personality of Amari
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Amari
Creativity
82%
Elegance
84%
Independence
86%
Intelligence
80%
Strength
88%
Warmth
84%
Famous People Named Amari
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Amari Cooper
American NFL wide receiver and Pro Bowl selection
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Amari Bailey
American basketball player and NBA draft pick
A
Amari
Name gaining strong usage across African American and broader US communities
Middle Names for Amari
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Amari
Amari Grace
Amari Joy
Amari Rose
Amari Jade
Amari Skye
Amari Faith
Amari Noelle
Amari Renee
Amari Nicole
Amari Celeste
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History of Amari
1000
Amari-root names used in Yoruba and Igbo cultures of West Africa
1990
Amari begins appearing in American naming records
2010
Amari gains rapid momentum as a unisex name in the United States
2020
Amari enters the US top 100 for girls and top 200 for boys
Numerology & Symbolism of Amari
6
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
2
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Aries
9
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Orange
💎
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
🌸
Lucky Flower
Bird of Paradise
Amari Around the World
How Amari is written in different languages and scripts
أماري
Arabic
アマリ
Japanese
Амари
Russian
아마리
Korean
阿马里
Chinese
Αμάρι
Greek
अमारी
Hindi
אַמָּרִי
Hebrew
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