Work ruler
Amerie is a modern variation of the name Amery or Emery, which stems from the Germanic name Amalric. It combines the elements 'amal', meaning work or industriousness, and 'ric', meaning power or ruler. While it has ancient roots, this specific spelling gained contemporary visibility through popular culture in the early 2000s.
About 60 girls were named Amerie in 2025.
Grammy-nominated R&B singer known for the hit '1 Thing'
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Amerie — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
