What is the origin of the name Amarilis?

Amarilis is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Amarilis?

Amarilis is currently ranked #11128 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Amarilis?

Amarilis is pronounced ah-mah-RILL-is.

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Amarilis

ah-mah-RILL-is

Popularity

#11128

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

739

Peak Year

#27 in 1990

First Recorded

1961

Style

Soft & Gentle, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

A variant of Amaryllis, from the Greek word 'amaryssein' meaning 'to sparkle'. Also, a flower name.

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Ama Mari Lily

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Nicknames

Ama Mari Lily

Spelling Variations

Amaryllis

Similar Names

Liliana Magnolia Iris Calla

Personality Traits

SparklingBeautifulElegantRadiant

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