Amara
Meaning: Grace, eternal, immortal
Origin: Igbo/Sanskrit/Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #357
Total births: 281
History: Amara surged in the 2010s as a multicultural name meaning 'grace' in Igbo and 'eternal' in Sanskrit. The name represents the beautiful diversity of modern Australian naming.
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| Current rank (2025) | #76 |
| Babies named Amara in 2025 | 96 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 281 |
| Peak year | 2023 (98 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #68 |
| Years in records | 2023–2025 (3 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Amara
What does the name Amara mean?
Amara means “Grace, eternal, immortal” from Igbo/Sanskrit/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Amara?
Amara has Igbo/Sanskrit/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Grace, eternal, immortal”.
How popular is Amara in Australia?
Amara ranked #76 in Australia in 2025 — given to 96 babies that year.
When was Amara most popular?
Amara peaked in 2023 with 98 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Amara a boy or girl name?
Amara is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Amaras in registered births are female.