To love; promised by God; child of the moon
Amariss is a modern name with multiple possible etymological paths. It is often considered a variant of the Latin 'Amaris', meaning 'to be loved', or a derivative of the Hebrew 'Amariah', meaning 'promised by God'. In some Spanish contexts, it is associated with the word 'amar' (to love).
Fewer than 5 girls were named Amariss in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
