Combination of Ann (grace) and Marie (bitter or beloved)
Ammarie is a modern compound name likely formed by blending the Hebrew-derived names Ann and Marie. It carries the dual significance of 'grace' from the root Hannah and the multifaceted meanings of Mary, which can include 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'drop of the sea.'
Less common today
Ammarie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,485 in 2008.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
