Find out how popular the first name Amorette has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Amorette by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Amorette is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 20 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Amorette.

The history of the first name Amorette

The name Amorette has its origins in the French language, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is a diminutive form of the French word "amour," meaning love or affection. The name was likely derived from the Old French word "amoret," which was used as a term of endearment.

During the Middle Ages, the concept of courtly love and chivalric romance was prevalent in French literature and poetry. The name Amorette may have been used to refer to a beloved or a romantic interest, reflecting the ideals of courtly love. It was a popular name among the French nobility and the upper classes during this period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Amorette can be found in the works of the 16th-century French poet Pierre de Ronsard. In his collection of love poems, "Les Amours," Ronsard used the name Amorette to symbolize his beloved muse and the embodiment of love.

In the 17th century, the name Amorette gained popularity in England, likely due to the influence of French culture and literature. One notable figure with this name was Amorette Browne (1592-1661), an English noblewoman and courtier during the reign of King James I.

Another historical figure with the name Amorette was Amorette Buncombe (1654-1702), an English heiress and landowner from Northamptonshire. Her name was often recorded in legal documents and property records of the time.

The 18th century saw the name Amorette being used in plays and literature, reflecting its romantic connotations. In the play "The Provoked Wife" by Sir John Vanbrugh, one of the characters is named Amorette, highlighting the name's association with love and affection.

During the Victorian era, the name Amorette was relatively rare but still appeared in some literary works. One notable example is the character Amorette in Edmund Spenser's epic poem "The Faerie Queene," published in the late 16th century but widely read and appreciated in the Victorian period.

In the 20th century, the name Amorette became even less common, but it was still used occasionally by parents seeking unique and romantic-sounding names for their daughters. One notable figure from this period was Amorette Goddard (1900-1971), an American actress and singer active in the early decades of the 20th century.

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