Amerie

“A modern name likely derived from the word 'America', often suggesting 'brave' or 'powerful'.” — Embodies a sense of cultural pride and strength

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2106US 2023

91Births / yr

↓Falling

2.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 200200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Amerie

AM·IR·ee

/ˈæm.ˈɪr.iː/ · stress on AM · 4 syllables

“A modern name likely derived from the word 'America', often suggesting 'brave' or 'powerful'.”

Embodies a sense of cultural pride and strength · American origin

What does Amerie mean and where does it come from?

Amerie gained popularity as a standalone name after the popularity of R&B singer Amerie (Amerie Mi Marie Rogers). The name embodies a sense of cultural pride and strength, particularly within American society. Recently, it has been used to reflect individuality and a connection to American identity.

Cultural significance

Amerie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern name likely derived from the word 'america', often suggesting 'brave' or 'powerful'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1349 in 2005 — currently #2106 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Amerie?

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

Amerie Grace

How popular is Amerie right now?

Falling — down 350 spots — currently #2106 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#2106 · Top 1.6%

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2010

2015

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2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2106	91	▼ down 350 · -23% births
2022	#1756	118	▲ up 660 · +59% births
2021	#2416	74	▲ up 304 · +21% births
2020	#2720	61	▼ down 635 · -35% births
2015	#2085	94	▼ down 652 · -41% births
2010	#1433	160	▼ down 84 · -1% births
2005	#1349	162	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Amerie

Best Year2005Rank #1349

Peak Count162

Average Rank#1981

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Amerie

Amerie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 2,221 total births recorded, Amerie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1349 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #2106 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Amerie in 2005:

Emily Emma Madison Abigail Olivia

Amerie by decade

Amerie peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	973
2010s ★	1,187
2020s	61

💎With 2,221 total births, Amerie is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Amerie?

Common

AmeAmAmieAmyErie

What names sound and feel like Amerie?

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

Ammerie

American · a variant of

American · A beloved name

Averie

American · Derived from the

Amelie

France · Hardworking

Ambrie

American · a variant of

Ameriie

American · English

Common questions about the name Amerie

What does the name Amerie mean?

Amerie means "A modern name likely derived from the word 'America', often suggesting 'brave' or 'powerful'." — a name rooted in American 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 Amerie?

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

What is the cultural origin of Amerie?

Amerie originates from American tradition. American 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 Amerie?

Amerie is a four-syllable name pronounced AE1 M IH1 R IY0. 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 Amerie?

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