Amber
Amber is derived from the fossilized tree resin prized for its warm golden-orange color, which has been treasured as a gemstone since ancient times. The name evokes natural beauty and warmth, gaining popularity as a given name in the English-speaking world during the 20th century.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 583. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,238
- 2012: 1,237
- 2013: 1,114
- 2014: 1,064
- 2015: 978
- 2016: 872
- 2017: 782
- 2018: 666
- 2019: 653
- 2020: 596
- 2021: 579
- 2022: 570
- 2023: 519
- 2024: 562
- 2025: 576
- 2026 (projected): 583
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most English-speaking countries
- •Strong association with the warm golden gemstone gives it a nature-inspired feel
- •Works well in both professional and casual settings
- •Rarely shortened, as the name itself is already brief and complete
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Statistics
374,690
Total births since 1880
1986
Peak year
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