Ameria
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ameria
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The first name Ameria is an old form from English or French, derived from the names Amery and Amaury, both of which have their origin in the name Amalrik.
What does the name Ameria mean?
Ameria carries the meaning of a 'capable ruler' or 'great ruler'. This meaning is to be understood in a figurative sense and refers to the roots in the Gothic word amals, which means 'brave' or 'capable', as well as in Old High German erman for 'great' or 'all-encompassing' and rihhi for 'powerful', 'rich' or 'ruler'. Additionally, the name has the meaning 'princess of light' in Indian contexts. Variants of the name include Emery and Amerie.
Where does the name Ameria come from?
The etymology of Ameria is both Old High German and Gothic and can be associated with the meanings 'capable ruler' or 'great ruler'. The roots are found in the Gothic amals for 'brave' and in Old High German erman for 'great' as well as rihhi for 'powerful'. The languages used include Old English and Old French.
How do you pronounce Ameria?
The pronunciation of Ameria is soft and flowing, consisting of four syllables. The name is typically pronounced as 'A-me-ri-a' [a.meˈʁiːa], starting with an open a sound. The combination of vowels gives the name a smooth movement and a gentle rise. The open '-ia' at the end provides a harmonious, floating sound. This makes Ameria appear elegant and melodic, with a modern touch that conveys a fine, calm aura.
When is the name day of Ameria?
The name day for Ameria is celebrated on November 4.
Popularity
In Germany, Ameria is a rather rare first name. It has never made it onto the German name popularity charts. Its best ranking was in 2008 in the USA, where it placed 2,887th. In the last ten years, Ameria has been used as a first name about 250 times there, bringing it to 2,711th place in the ten-year statistics. Between 1930 and 2024, it ranks 3,968th in the USA.
Frequently asked questions about the name Ameria
What does the name Ameria mean?
Ameria means 'capable ruler' or 'great ruler'. This meaning derives from the Gothic word amals for 'brave' and from the Old High German erman for 'great'.
Where does the name Ameria come from?
The origin of Ameria is both Old High German and Gothic. The name connects the terms for 'brave', 'great', and 'powerful'.
How popular is the name Ameria?
Ameria is a rather rare name, but it has gained popularity in recent years, especially in modern naming trends.