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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Rain
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AH-may
Ame is a Japanese name meaning "rain," pronounced AH-may. It's short, soft, and easy to say, with a gentle sound that matches its meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Ame
Meaning: Rain.
Origin: Japanese.
How to Pronounce Ame
AH-mayIPA /ˈɑːmeɪ/
Popularity of Ame
Ame is rare in the U.S.: it peaked at #2617 in 1974 with 28 babies, and by 2021 it had slipped to #13577 with just 6 babies. A child named Ame would be unlikely to share the name with classmates.
Names Like Ame
These names have followed a similar path to Ame in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Ame mean?
Rain.
How do you pronounce Ame?
Ame is pronounced AH-may (IPA: /ˈɑːmeɪ/).
Is Ame a popular name right now?
Ame peaked at #2617 in 1974 and is ranked #13577 as of 2021. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1962–2021.)
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