Amaryllis name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: English, Greek, Finnish, Swedish and Danish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Amaryllis a-ma-ryllis
Meaning: The Word Amaryssein Meaning to Sparkle and Sparkling Eyes
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What does Amaryllis mean?

Predominantly used in Danish, Swedish, Greek, English and Finnish unheard-of, Amaryllis is originated from Old Greek, meaning of Amaryllis is "Amaryssein or Sparkling Eyes" is a baby girl name.

How do I pronounce Amaryllis?

You can pronounce the two syllabled name Amaryllis as a-ma-ryllis. Some people pronounce it as amar(yl)-lis.

Variants of Amaryllis

Ama, Amelia, Amma, Amalia, Aima, Aemilia, Ameline, Milka, Aemiliana, Amalie, Emily, Aimil, Amy

Names that rhyme with Amaryllis

How popular is the name Amaryllis?

Amaryllis is a familiar baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1926 and was able to reach the top 2000 names. In 1927, it ranked 1139th when 69 girl were named Amaryllis.

Over 1375 babies in United States have been named Amaryllis. The given name is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales still in use today. In France, it has been in use since 1978 but could not make beyond the top 2000.

There are over 267 babies that have been given the name Amaryllis in France. In Belgium, it has been in use since 2000 and peaked in 2014 when it ranked 554th.

Over 167 people have been named Amaryllis in Belgium.

Also, Amaryllis is a familiar name in Brazil and Greece. At least, 1000 people globally have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearRankBirths
2023242673
2022254569
2021255867
2020261864
2019258267
2018257867
2017259467
2016337447
2015255070
2014327249
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Amaryllis in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands051131
Finland00030
Sweden0579
Norway0579
Denmark00130

Here's what numbers has to say about Amaryllis

You love books and movies with a powerful message. You have a clear opinion of things You never come up with a plan to achieve something but make your way as you go. You aren't born to follow. You are born to lead. You have a restless spirit and booming energy. When it comes to love, you easily get tired of being with one person only. When it comes to love, you can't stand a monogamous relationship.

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Sibling Names for Amaryllis

Amaryllis is a unique and beautiful name that may leave you wondering what other names would complement it for siblings. To help you out, we have compiled a list of sibling names for Amaryllis that are just as lovely and distinctive. Whether you're looking for classic or modern names, there's something here to inspire you.

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Famous people named Amaryllis

  • Amaryllis Garnett in The Go-Between as Actress
  • Amaryllis Borrego in Jerry Maguire as Actress
  • Amaryllis Uitterlinden in TV series Ella as Actress

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
  4. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
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