Amylah

“beloved”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5003US 2023

26Births / yr

↓Falling

263All-time births

📅 Since 200400

What does Amylah mean and where does it come from?

Amylah is another modern variation of the name Amy, similar to Amyiah, and is part of the trend to modify traditional names into more unique forms. It carries the same essence of love and affection from its Latin roots. This name has seen rising popularity and is often chosen by parents looking for

Cultural significance

Amylah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beloved.

Peak popularity

Reached #3702 in 2020 — currently #5003 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Amylah?

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

Amylah Grace

How popular is Amylah right now?

Falling — down 961 spots — currently #5003 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#5003 · Top 3.7%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5003	26	▼ down 961 · -28% births
2022	#4042	36	▲ up 470 · +20% births
2021	#4512	30	▼ down 810 · -25% births
2020	#3702	40	▲ up 3831 · +150% births
2015	#7533	16	▲ up 2185 · +33% births
2010	#9718	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Amylah

Best Year2020Rank #3702

Peak Count40

Average Rank#5752

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Amylah

Amylah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2004. With 263 total births recorded, Amylah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9718 in 2010 to #5003 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Amylah in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Amylah by decade

Amylah peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	27
2010s ★	196
2020s	40

💎Amylah has only 263 total recorded births since 2004 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Amylah?

Common

Amy

What names sound and feel like Amylah?

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

Amyah

American · A beloved name

Amyiah

American · beloved

Amelah

American · Daughter of the

Amiylah

American · Beloved

Amyla

American · a variation of

Anylah

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Amylah

What does the name Amylah mean?

Amylah means "beloved" — 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 Amylah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Amylah?

Amylah 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.

What sibling names go well with Amylah?

Amylah 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.

Is Amylah trending right now?

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