Amber

At a Glance: Name: Amber – Meaning: from the gemstone amber (fossilized tree resin) – Origin: English – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: AM-bur

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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

Phonetic: AM-bur   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Amber mean?

From the gemstone amber (fossilized tree resin). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Amber)

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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