Amei

“Beautiful”

China origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7257US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

67All-time births

📅 Since 201600

What does Amei mean and where does it come from?

Amei is a name used in both Chinese and Japanese cultures, with its meaning varying slightly between the two. In Chinese, it often refers to beauty, reflecting the cultural value placed on aesthetics. In Japanese, it conveys affection, suggesting a deep emotional connection. It has gained some popul

Cultural significance

Amei has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in China-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #6032 in 2020 — currently #7257 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Amei?

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

Amei Grace

How popular is Amei right now?

Rising fast — up 2453 spots — currently #7257 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#7257 · Top 5.4%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7257	15	▲ up 2453 · +50% births
2022	#9710	10	▼ down 2435 · -33% births
2021	#7275	15	▼ down 1243 · -25% births
2020	#6032	20	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Amei

Best Year2020Rank #6032

Peak Count20

Average Rank#7569

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Amei

Amei is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2016. With 67 total births recorded, Amei remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6032 in 2020, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7257 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Amei in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Amei has only 67 total recorded births since 2016 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Amei?

Common

AmAmieAmy

What names sound and feel like Amei?

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

Jamei

American · English

Amein

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Amrei

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Ameri

American · Of America

Common questions about the name Amei

What does the name Amei mean?

Amei means "Beautiful" — a name rooted in China 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 Amei?

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

What is the cultural origin of Amei?

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

Is Amei trending right now?

Amei is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Amei a common or rare name?

Amei is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.