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Ambreen

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ambreen: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1991.

A name of Persian origin, Ambreen derives from the word for 'amber' or 'ambergris', the precious resin prized for its fragrance and warmth. It is most commonly found in Urdu-speaking communities and has been steadily used in Scotland since the late 20th century. Notable bearers include Pakistani politician Ambreen Razia, a member of the National Assembly, and actress Ambreen Fatima, known for her work in Urdu television dramas. While no prominent Scottish place shares the root, the etymological connection to amber links it to the Baltic coast and the ancient trade routes that carried the stone westwards. Ambreen is sometimes spelled Ambreen or Ambareen, and its close variant Amber remains far more common in English-speaking countries, giving this name a distinctive, lyrical quality.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
19913 babies
Latest (1991)
#6343 babies
Total births
3since 1991
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1991 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).