Amye
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Amye: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1995.
Amye is a medieval Scottish variant of Amy, derived from the Old French *Amee*, itself from the Latin *Amata*, meaning "beloved." This spelling was particularly common in Scotland during the 16th and 17th centuries, giving it a vintage, almost stately feel compared to the modern Amy. Famous bearers include the singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse, whose soulful voice and tragic story left a lasting mark on music, and actress Amy Adams, known for her luminous performances in films like *Arrival* and *Enchanted*. While no major place name stems directly from Amye, the root *amare* (to love) echoes in words like "amiable" and "amity." Today, Amye remains a quietly distinctive choice for parents seeking a familiar sound with a historically Scottish twist.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19953 babies
- Latest (1995)
- #6393 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1995
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y