Amy is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #6000 in 1996 with 9 recorded births. This places Amy in the bottom 43% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 11 births ranking #6550. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 210,470 boys born was named Amy. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Amy is a warm, enduring classic meaning beloved. It is simple, affectionate, and very easy to carry.
The name has been widely used for centuries and became one of the signature girls' names of the twentieth century. Its softness and clarity have helped it last far beyond its peak era.