Amanda

Meaning of Amanda

This name comes from Latin and means 'lovable' or 'worthy of love.' It suggests someone who is easily cherished and adored.

Amanda has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Amanda

Amanda has held fairly steady, sitting around #493 in 2025 after peaking at #32 in 2000.

Notable people named Amanda

• Amanda Seyfried
  Actress, singer, producer
• Amanda Bynes
  Former actress, comedian
• Amanda Gorman
  Inaugural Poet, activist
• Amanda Peet
  Actress, playwright
• Amanda Knox
  Author, advocate, journalist

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Questions about the name Amanda

What does the name Amanda mean?

Amanda means this name comes from latin and means 'lovable' or 'worthy of love.' it suggests someone who is easily cherished and adored, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Amanda a boy's or a girl's name?

Amanda is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Amanda?

In 2025, Amanda ranked #493 for girls, up from #496 the year before.

When was Amanda most popular?

Amanda peaked at #32 in 2000.