Love, beloved, or a variant of Amaya
Amoya is a rare and modern name likely derived from the Latin 'amor' meaning love, or as a creative variant of the Basque name Amaya, which means 'the end' or 'mother city'. It is often chosen for its melodic sound and its association with affection and warmth. While its exact etymology is fluid, it carries a contemporary and international appeal.
Less common today
Amoya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,405 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
