Amia
How to say it: uh-MEE-uh · /əˈmiə/
Likely a modern variant of Amy (Latin 'beloved'); no established independent etymology.
Amia was the 331st most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 127 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2010s, its births are down about 60% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #524 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #331 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 127 |
| Share of births | 1 in 3,335 |
| Peak decade | 2010s |
| Change over 10 years | −60% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #524 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Newer to wide use, Amia crested in the 2010s. Now close to that high, it is likely to slip a bit.
What goes with it
Gentle vowels and a soft finish make Amia feel tender and light. Amora and Mia complete the picture well.
Nicknames
- Ami
- Mia
Honouring a Amia in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Amia is about 1 in 139.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Amia
- Amia Srinivasan (born 1984)Academic philosopher
From Wikidata and Wikipedia
Keep exploring
Find names you'll both love, starting with Amia
The one-minute style quiz.