Amantha
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Amantha
The name 'Amantha' is a modern English variant of 'Amanda,' derived from the Latin feminine gerundive *amanda* meaning "worthy of love" or "she who must be loved." It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, with no strong religious or notable historical associations beyond its rise in popularity during the 20th century.
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Etymology
The name 'Amantha' is a modern English variant of 'Amanda,' derived from the Latin feminine gerundive *amanda* meaning "worthy of love" or "she who must be loved." It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, with no strong religious or notable historical associations beyond its rise in popularity during the 20th century.
Amantha currently ranks #15,243 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1982.
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