Amber

Rank 542nd Girl Name

In 2022, the name Amber was 542nd most popular baby name for girls and 1,067th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 566 babies were named Amber in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 5,952 babies in the United States were named Amber. Today, the average age of someone named Amber is around 35 to 37 years old.

The name "Amber" is not common today.

Nicknames for Amber include Am and Ambie.

Amber Meaning & Origin

Amber is a name of English origin which refers to the beautiful, golden fossilized resin used in jewelry, symbolizing warmth, energy, and protection.

The name Amber is described as luminous, spirited and delightful.

Pronunciation

Amber is pronounced am-buh in English. The name Amber has 5 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Amber

  • Amber is also the name of a fossilized tree resin that is often used in jewelry and has been highly valued since Neolithic times for its natural beauty. It is also known for often containing small fossils and insects that were trapped millions of years ago.

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Geography

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