Amaya
a-ma-ya
US Popularity:402
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Basque
Meaning:the end; mother city; heavenly valley
Amaya is a feminine name of primarily Spanish and Japanese origin. Though certainly a variation of Amaia, meaning "the end," the name is perhaps most widely recognized in Spain as a place of great significance. Derived from an ancient mountainous village, Amaya has come to mean "mother city." Alongside its Japanese translation as "heavenly valley," the name holds a great sense of rootedness and comfort. Truly a beautiful reminder for baby that no matter where they go, home is never too far away.
Amaya Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Amaya is currently #54 on The Bump
Girl:Amaya is currently #23 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Amaya is currently #402 in U.S. births
Girl:Amaya is currently #127 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#402
in 2022
- 12
from 2021
Sources
- Ancestry Amaya Family History
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