Find out how popular the last name Amie is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Amie.

Amie, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Amie surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amie in America

Amie is the 40313th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amie surname appeared 543 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Amie.

We can also compare 2010 data for Amie to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Amie

The surname AMIE has its origins in France, where it first appeared in the 12th century. It is derived from the Old French word "ami," meaning "friend" or "beloved." The name likely originated as a nickname or term of endearment given to someone who was highly regarded or well-liked by their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname AMIE can be found in the Cartulaire de l'Abbaye de Redon, a medieval manuscript from Brittany dating back to the 12th century. This document contains references to individuals bearing the name, suggesting its widespread use in the region during that time.

In the 13th century, the name AMIE emerged in various parts of France, including the regions of Normandy and Picardy. Records from this period show the surname spelled in various ways, such as Amye, Amié, and Amey, reflecting the diverse regional dialects and spelling conventions of the time.

Notably, the Hundred Rolls of 1273, a census-like record of landholders in England, mentions a William Amye, indicating the name's presence in England as early as the 13th century, likely brought by Norman settlers after the Norman Conquest.

Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the surname AMIE. One such figure was Jacques Amie (1513-1585), a French theologian and reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation in France. Another was Jean Amie (1630-1703), a French architect and engineer renowned for his work on the Canal du Midi in southern France.

In the literary world, the French novelist and playwright Fernand Amie (1847-1902) gained recognition for his works exploring themes of love and social commentary. Additionally, the French composer and organist Louis Amie (1866-1933) left a lasting impact on sacred music with his compositions for the organ and choir.

The surname AMIE also found its way into various parts of Europe, including Switzerland, where it appeared as Amie and Amiet. One notable Swiss bearer of the name was Cuno Amiet (1868-1961), a renowned painter and printmaker associated with the Expressionist movement.

While the surname AMIE is not among the most common in modern times, its rich history and enduring presence across centuries and regions serve as a testament to its cultural significance and enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amie

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Amie.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Amie was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Amie has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Amie was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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