Amaia
Girl name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Amaia: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2025.
A Basque name with a lyrical sound, Amaia is thought to derive from the word “ama” meaning “mother,” or alternatively from “amai” meaning “end” – some interpretations link it to the Spanish place name Amaya. In recent years, the name has gained visibility through Spanish singer Amaia Romero, winner of the television talent show Operación Triunfo in 2017, as well as Amaia Montero, former lead vocalist of the band La Oreja de Van Gogh. The place name Amaya itself refers to a village and hill in Burgos, Spain, with an ancient castle. A notable variant is the spelling Amaya, which is also common in the Basque Country and beyond, making this name a gentle, nature-connected choice that travels well beyond its Spanish roots.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20255 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #5395 babies
- Total births
- 9since 2019
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y