Amy is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #336 in 2022 with 129 recorded births. This places Amy in the top 5% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 5,206 births ranking #9. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 97.5%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 2,043 girls born was named Amy. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.