Ammer
Primarily a girl's name with 5 recorded births. Also given to 5 boys.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Ammer, you're looking at a name that fewer than 5 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The active, energetic ending gives Ammer a crisp, modern feel that pairs easily with most surnames.
Ammer is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Ammer is a baby name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Amir ('prince' in Arabic) or a rare Germanic surname name.
EtymologyShow more
In the American context, Ammer is a girl's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (1934–1934). American naming is uniquely syncretic — it borrows from dozens of traditions, invents freely, and recombines elements in ways that make strict etymological tracing difficult for many names.
With 5 total births, Ammer exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Ammer has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1934.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 | #4307 | — |
The Story of Ammer
A Silent Generation name
Peaking in 1934, Ammer is an elegant vintage name. Girls named Ammer are most likely born between 1934 and 1934.
How rare is Ammer?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Ammer is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1934, peaked in the 1930s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1934–1934)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 5 | #4307 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Ammer as a Boy's Name
Ammer is a true unisex name. As a boy's name, it has 5 recorded births since 1990.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1934–1934