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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Friendship
- Origin
- English (virtue name from Latin amicitia 'friendship')
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- AM-ih-tee
Amity is an English virtue name that comes from the Latin amicitia, meaning 'friendship.' It's pronounced AM-ih-tee, with the stress on the first syllable. If you want a name that says something simple and warm about how you hope your child treats people, this one does it in three soft syllables.
Meaning & Origin of Amity
Meaning: Friendship.
Origin: English (virtue name from Latin amicitia 'friendship').
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Amity
AM-ih-teeIPA /ˈæmɪti/
Popularity of Amity
Amity peaked at #1125 in 1979, when 119 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #3045 with 53 babies, so it's still in use but uncommon, which makes it unlikely your child will share it with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Amity mean?
Friendship. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Amity?
Amity is pronounced AM-ih-tee (IPA: /ˈæmɪti/).
Is Amity a popular name right now?
Amity peaked at #1125 in 1979 and is ranked #3045 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1960–2024.)
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