Ample
A girl's name with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Ample is a two-syllable girl's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Ample is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Ample is a girl's baby name used as an English word name, suggesting abundance and generosity — an unconventional but meaningful choice.
EtymologyShow more
Ample's linguistic roots are not definitively traced to a single tradition. For names recorded as far back as 1918, the lack of a clear origin label often means the name predates modern naming databases or belongs to a tradition not yet well-cataloged in English-language references.
What the data does show: Ample has 5 recorded U.S. births as a girl's name, with its open, approachable ending ending on a vowel softens the overall impression.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Ample has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1918.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | #4847 | — |
The Story of Ample
A Greatest Generation name
Peaking in 1918, Ample is a name steeped in history. Girls named Ample are most likely born between 1918 and 1918.
How rare is Ample?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Ample is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1918, peaked in the 1910s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1918–1918)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 | #4847 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1918–1918