Aumi
A Japanese name meaning "beautiful lush garden" or "bamboo garden".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Aumi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Aumi today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aumi births was 2012 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aumi. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Aumi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2012
5 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2012 SSA rank
#12,448
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Aumi: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Aumi 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 Aumi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Aumi
The name Aumi is a relatively modern name with roots in Japanese culture. Its origins can be traced back to the Japanese word "umi," which translates to "ocean" or "sea." This suggests that the name may have been inspired by the vast and beautiful oceans that surround the Japanese islands.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aumi can be found in a Japanese novel from the late 20th century. The protagonist, a young woman named Aumi, embarked on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, symbolizing the depth and vastness of the ocean.
While the name Aumi is not directly mentioned in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it carries a sense of wonder and respect for the natural world, which is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and spirituality. The ocean has long been revered as a powerful and mystical force in Japanese mythology and folklore.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Aumi. One such person was Aumi Sakamoto (1923-2012), a renowned Japanese painter and printmaker known for her evocative depictions of the sea and coastal landscapes. Her artworks captured the essence of the ocean's beauty and power, reflecting the meaning of her name.
Another notable figure was Aumi Nishida (1938-2021), a celebrated Japanese novelist and poet. Her works explored themes of identity, love, and the human condition, often drawing inspiration from the ocean's symbolism of vastness and depth.
In the realm of music, Aumi Ishikawa (born 1985) is a Japanese singer-songwriter and actor. Her melodic compositions and poetic lyrics have resonated with audiences across Japan, capturing the essence of the ocean's rhythmic movements and emotional depths.
Aumi Miyako (born 1972) is a Japanese fashion designer who has gained international acclaim for her innovative and sustainable approach to fashion. Her designs often incorporate elements inspired by the ocean, such as flowing fabrics and organic textures, reflecting the fluidity and beauty of the sea.
Lastly, Aumi Nakamura (1945-2018) was a pioneering Japanese marine biologist who dedicated her life to the study and conservation of ocean ecosystems. Her groundbreaking research and advocacy efforts helped raise awareness about the importance of protecting the world's oceans, embodying the spirit of the name Aumi.
These individuals, spanning various fields and eras, have left their mark on history, each contributing to the rich tapestry of the name Aumi and its connection to the ocean's vast and profound essence.
People
Aumi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aumi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aumi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aumi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aumi 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Aumi a common name?
We classify Aumi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aumi most popular?
The single biggest year for Aumi was 2012, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aumi is about 14 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 Aumi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aumi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aumi 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 Aumi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aumi 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 Aumi 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 have Aumi as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.