Amma

Q: What is the origin of Amma?

Amma is of Akan origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Amma a girl name?

Amma is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Mother"

Used across multiple cultures as a term for mother, it functions as a name and respectful address in several languages.

Themes:motherhonorificafricasouthasia

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Popularity History of Amma

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#15394Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Amma did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Amma Nicknames

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ammy

Nickname

amma

Nickname

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Amma mean?

Amma means "Mother". Used across multiple cultures as a term for mother, it functions as a name and respectful address in several languages.

What is the origin of Amma?

Amma is of Akan origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Amma?

According to the latest SSA data, Amma is currently ranked #15394 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Amma a girl name?

Amma is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Amma?

Popular nicknames for Amma include ammy, amma, am, AM. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Amma?

There are many names similar to Amma in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginAkan, Tamil, Semitic

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#15394

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Asante Ashanti Ashante Gyasi Kwame

Sisters

Ashanti Ashante Abena Akua Akosua

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