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Amiyah

Girl name · 19 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Amiyah: 19 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2018.

A modern feminine name that has risen in popularity across Scotland in recent decades, Amiyah is generally considered a variant of Amaya. Its roots are multiple, with the most commonly cited meaning for English speakers being 'beloved' from the Latin Amata, while in Japanese Amaya can signify 'night rain'. The name also connects to the medieval Spanish village of Amaya in Castile and León, lending it a geographical heritage. Without widely known historical bearers, Amiyah’s fresh, melodic appeal has made it a popular choice in modern Scottish baby naming. A notable variant is Amya, and the name shares its 'beloved' etymology with Amy, a classic Scottish favourite.

Girl 6 of 52 years

Peak year
20184 babies
Latest (2024)
#7903 babies
Total births
19since 2015
5-year trend
▲ 7%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2018 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).