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The name Amanda
Amanda is a medium-sized feminine given name that is very popular in Hispanic culture. It is derived from the first name Amandine and has several variants such as Amande and Amadéa. A very common first name, it is nevertheless discreet among celebrities. We can mention the French singer Amanda Lear as well as the American actresses Amanda Peet and Amanda Seyfried.
Amanda is a name of 6 letters that begins with the letter A and ends with the letter A.
Breakdown by sex (France and United States)
Number of children girls who had the first name Amanda (795 223 births).
Number of children boys having had the first name Amanda (1 894 births).
Figures and trends of the name Amanda in the world
France
There have been 6 658 births of Amanda since 1 900 (average of 57 / year). There were 49 named Amanda born in 2 022. It's the year 1 986 which saw the most births of babies with this name. #16507
births
since 1 900
6 658
births
in 2 022
49
was the peak year
of births
1 986
births / year
on average
57
United States
There have been 790 459 births of Amanda since 1 880 (average of 5 770 / year). There were 681 named Amanda born in 2 022. It's the year 1 987 which saw the most births of babies with this name. #16507
births
since 1 880
790 459
births
in 2 022
681
was the peak year
of births
1 987
births / year
on average
5 770
Etymology, origin and meaning of name Amanda
Amanda is a name that comes from the Latin “amare” which means “to love” but which is also derived from the word “amadus” meaning “lovable”. Historically speaking, the first name Amanda has not been of great importance. He notably made himself known through the nun Pauline Jeuris who was known as Marie-Amandine. A Belgian nun, she went to take care of little orphan girls in China. She died there with six other nuns in 1900 following the Boxer Rebellion, a movement opposing foreign Christian missionaries.
In popular culture, Amanda is a popular name for writers and directors. We can notably cite the fictional characters Amanda Waller, from the DC Comics universe, Amanda Tanen from the American series Ugly Betty or Amanda Sefton from the Marvel universe. Amanda is also the name of a French drama film released in 2018 as well as a Chilean telenovela that ended in 2017.
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Personalities of the Amanda
Behind the name Amanda hides an elegant and classy woman. She knows how to show off without falling into provocation. Orderly and obsessed with cleanliness, she wants everything to be stored properly in its place. Amanda is a responsible and mature person to turn to when faced with difficulties. A remarkable businesswoman, Amanda loves challenges and knows how to impose herself. Neither influenceable nor fragile, it is difficult for her to change her mind. This stubborn character, she has had it since a young age. Amanda is a respectful woman who will have no trouble shining in the debates, due to her oral fluency and her natural presence. Discreet, she respects the intimate life of her friends and can keep secrets very well. Moreover, she expects the same from those around her. She therefore avoids all harmful people such as gossips and hypocrites. On the family side, Amanda is a caring mother and wife. She will do whatever she can to help her children grow into responsible people.
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