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Amy

Amy is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#196

How popular is Amy?

Popularity in the United States

Amy has been given to 696,436 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 1,244 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Amy per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Amy has been given to 3,981 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Amy per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 967 people called Amy living in Spain, with an average age of 18.4.

696,436 Babies named since 1880
1970s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Amy

Is Amy a boy's or a girl's name?

Amy is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Amy?

Amy has been given to 696,436 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.