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Aimie

Girl name · 126 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aimie: 126 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 10 births in 2003.

Aimie is a modern, phonetic spelling of Amy, which itself comes from the Old French name *Amée*, meaning "beloved," ultimately rooted in the Latin verb *amare*, "to love." It emerged as a given name in England after the Protestant Reformation, prized for its simple, virtuous meaning. While no famously historical figures bear this exact spelling, the classic form Amy counts among its bearers the acclaimed British actress Amy Winehouse and the pioneering aviator Amy Johnson. The name shares its root with places like the Italian town of Amatrice and the French city of Amiens, both derived from the Latin *Amatis*. This variant spelling, Aimie, became particularly popular in Scotland in the 1990s and 2000s, offering a softer, more personalised twist on a timeless favourite.