Amaranta

“Unfading flower”

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12317US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

131All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Amaranta

um·AH·RANT·AH

/əm.ˈɑ.ˈrænt.ˈɑ/ · stress on AH · 4 syllables

“Unfading flower”

Spain origin · Girl name

What does Amaranta mean and where does it come from?

Amaranta has Hispanic roots, particularly popular in Spain and Latin America. The name derives from the Latin 'amarantus,' meaning 'unfading flower,' a reference to a flower that never wilts. Additionally, in Greek, it translates to 'immortal.' It was notably used in literature, such as in Gabriel G

Cultural significance

Amaranta has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of unfading flower.

Peak popularity

Reached #7081 in 1994 — currently #12317 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Amaranta?

Amaranta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Amaranta Grace

How popular is Amaranta right now?

Rising fast — up 1441 spots — currently #12317 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2022#12317 · Top 9.1%

1995

2000

2005

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12317	7	▲ up 1441
2005	#13758	7	▲ up 2700 · +40% births
2000	#16458	5	▼ down 1391
1995	#15067	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Amaranta

Best Year2022Rank #12317

Peak Count7

Average Rank#14400

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20224 years

The story of Amaranta

Amaranta is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 131 total births recorded, Amaranta remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15067 in 1995 to #12317 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Amaranta in 1994:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Amaranta by decade

Amaranta peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s ★	63
2000s	48
2010s	20

💎Amaranta has only 131 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Amaranta?

Common

AmaAmAmieAmyAnta

What names sound and feel like Amaranta?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Amaranta also consider these

Amarantha

Greece · unfading

Amaranth

Greece · unfading, everlasting

Amadita

Spain · Spanish

Aramanta

Arabic · A Arabic name

Atalanta

Greece · Equal in weight;

Spain · to hear; name

How is Amaranta written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Amaranta

What does the name Amaranta mean?

Amaranta means "Unfading flower" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Amaranta?

Amaranta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Amaranta have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Amaranta?

Amaranta originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Amaranta?

Amaranta is a four-syllable name pronounced AH0 M AA1 R AE1 N T AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Amaranta?

Amaranta pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.