♀ Name Amy – Beloved

Q: What does the name Amy mean?

The name Amy is derived from French 'aimer' or Latin 'amare', meaning 'to love'. Thus, Amy means 'beloved' or 'well-loved child.' In Thai, Amy means 'eternal jewel.'

Origin:	English, French, Latin, Thai
Meaning:	beloved, well-loved child, eternal jewel
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The girl’s name Amy is of Latin and Thai origin and means “beloved” or “eternal jewel.”

Where does the name Amy come from?

Amy is an English variant of the Old French name Amée, which derives from the Latin names Amata or Amanda. Besides, Amy is a short form of the Thai name Amonrat.

What does the name Amy mean?

The name Amy is derived from French “aimer” or Latin “amare”, meaning “to love”. Thus, Amy means “beloved” or “well-loved child.” In Thai, Amy means “eternal jewel.”

Word composition

Latin “amatus” = beloved
Latin “amare” = to love
French “aimer” = to love
Thai “อมร” (à-mɔɔn) = eternal, immortal
Thai “รัตน์” (rát) = jewel, gem

Pronunciation of Amy

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Variants

Amie

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Popularity of the name Amy

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