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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From the gemstone amber (fossilized tree resin)
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- AM-bur
Amber is an English name pronounced AM-bur, taken directly from the gemstone — fossilized tree resin prized for its warm, golden color. It's a straightforward nature name with a tactile, real-world source rather than an abstract meaning, which fits parents drawn to earthy, vintage-tinged names. For anyone weighing it, what you see is what you get: a gem name, plain and clear.
Meaning & Origin of Amber
Meaning: From the gemstone amber (fossilized tree resin).
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Amber
AM-burIPA /ˈæmbər/
Popularity of Amber
Amber peaked at #13 in 1986, when 16,955 girls were given the name — practically a household name that year. By 2024 it had fallen all the way to #541, with just 558 babies named Amber, a sharp drop from its mid-1980s high.
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FAQ
What does the name Amber mean?
From the gemstone amber (fossilized tree resin). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Amber?
Amber is pronounced AM-bur (IPA: /ˈæmbər/).
Is Amber a popular name right now?
Amber peaked at #13 in 1986 and is ranked #541 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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