Amiere
A feminine name derived from French meaning "beloved" or "loved one".
Name Census estimates that about 123 living Americans carry the first name Amiere. It is a predominantly male name (94.4% of registrations). The average person named Amiere today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Amiere births was 2008 (18 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Amiere. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
123
~ 1 in 2,786,621 Americans
Peak year
2008
18 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2022 SSA rank
#9,884
Tracked since 2003
Gender
Gender distribution for Amiere
Amiere leans heavily male at 94.4% of total registrations, but 7 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Amiere as a male name
- Ranked #9,884 in 2022
- 7 male births in 2022
- Peak: 2007 (14 births)
Amiere as a female name
- Ranked #13,949 in 2008
- 7 female births in 2008
- Peak: 2008 (7 births)
Popularity
Amiere: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Amiere from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 64 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Amiere by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Amiere during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Amiere
The name Amiere is a fascinating one with a rich history dating back several centuries. Its origins can be traced to the ancient French language, where the word "aimer" means "to love" or "to cherish." The name Amiere likely emerged as a derivation of this word, potentially carrying a meaning akin to "beloved" or "dearly loved one."
In the Middle Ages, variations of the name, such as Aimere and Aymere, appeared in historical records and texts across various regions of France. These spellings were particularly prevalent in the northern and central regions of the country, where they were often bestowed upon daughters of noble families as a symbol of affection and endearment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a 12th-century manuscript from the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, where a young noblewoman named Aimere is mentioned as a benefactor of the abbey. This document provides a glimpse into the antiquity of the name and its usage among the aristocracy of the time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Amiere or its variations. In the 14th century, Aimere de Châtillon (c. 1315-1378) was a renowned French poet and courtier who served under King Charles V. Her poetic works, which celebrated courtly love and chivalry, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime.
Another prominent figure was Aymere de Rochechouart (c. 1490-1558), a French military commander who played a crucial role in the Italian Wars of the 16th century. His bravery and leadership earned him the respect of both allies and adversaries on the battlefield.
In the realm of literature, the name Amiere found its way into the works of renowned authors. François Rabelais, the celebrated 16th-century French Renaissance writer, featured a character named Aimere in his satirical masterpiece, Gargantua and Pantagruel. This inclusion further cemented the name's place in French cultural heritage.
Across the English Channel, the name also made an appearance in English history. Aimere de Montfort (c. 1240-1292) was a formidable English noblewoman who played a pivotal role in the Barons' War against King Henry III. Her unwavering determination and strategic acumen earned her a place in the annals of medieval English history.
In the realm of religion, the name Amiere found resonance as well. Saint Aimere of Soissons (c. 630-690) was a renowned Frankish abbess who founded several monasteries and was renowned for her piety and devotion to charitable works. Her legacy as a spiritual leader and philanthropist endured long after her passing.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have borne the name Amiere or its variations throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence across various cultures, eras, and spheres of influence.
People
Amiere + last name combinations
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FAQ
Amiere: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Amiere?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 123 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Amiere going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,786,621 US residents.
Is Amiere a common name?
We classify Amiere as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 124 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Amiere most popular?
The single biggest year for Amiere was 2008, when 18 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Amiere is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Amiere in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Amiere a male name?
Yes, 94.4% of people registered as Amiere in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Amiere still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Amiere in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Amiere can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Amiere?
Find out how many Americans are named Amiere on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.