Amy

Amy Meaning & Origin

About Amy
The name Amy is of French and Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "amatus" meaning "beloved" or "loved one." It is a simple and timeless name that conveys affection, warmth, and tenderness. People named Amy are often described as caring, compassionate, and nurturing individuals who value relationships and prioritize the well-being of others.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Amy are female.

Amy Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -9.92% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
AM
🗽 NYSIIS
AN
🔊 Soundex
A500
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
EY1 M IY0
🌐 IPA
/ˈeɪmi/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('AM', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A500

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Amy in Braille

Here's how to represent Amy in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Amy in braille

How to Spell the Name Amy in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Amy using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Amy in sign language

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