Child of the moon; or related to the name Amaris.
Ameris is a rare modern name likely derived from the Hebrew name Amaris, meaning 'promised by God,' or the Latin 'amare,' meaning 'to love.' In some contexts, it is associated with the Old English elements for 'moon' or 'child of the moon.' It offers a contemporary, melodic sound while remaining extremely unique in the United States.
Less common today
Ameris isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,357 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
