Amari: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced ah-MAHR-ee · 3 syllables
Amari means “remainder, surplus”, from English.
The surname is of multiple origins, including: * A variant of Amaro, from Italian Amaro. * A variant of Amar, from Arabic (ammar). See also Umari, Umar, Omar, and Amar. * A Japanese surname ultimately deriving from Japanese (amari, “remainder, surplus”).
- Meaning
- remainder, surplus
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- ah-MAHR-ee
- US rank (2025)
- #185
- US babies a year
- about 3,112 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Amari?
Amari was the #185 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,804 babies. It’s rising: up 83% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #185 |
| England & Wales | #297 |
| Ireland | #639 |
| Canada | #273 |
| Australia | #200 |
How old are people named Amari?
Half of US adults named Amari are older than 22; most are between 18 and 30. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Amari
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Amari
What does the name Amari mean?
Amari means “remainder, surplus”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Amari?
Amari is pronounced ah-MAHR-ee.
How popular is the name Amari?
Amari was the #185 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,804 babies. It’s rising: up 83% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Amari?
Half of US adults named Amari are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 30.