About Amis
The surname Amis is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Amis," which itself is derived from the Latin name "Amicus," meaning "friend." The surname Amis is therefore believed to have originated as a nickname or a patronymic surname for someone who was considered friendly or amiable. It may have been bestowed upon individuals who were known for their sociable and congenial nature. Over time, the surname Amis has become relatively rare, but it still exists today as a reminder of its historical meaning.
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The surname Amis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Amis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Amis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Amis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Amis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.