Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Amare

Amare is a new induction into the panoply of American male names, apparently popularized by Amar’e Stoudemire, a basketball player who plays power forward and center for the New York Knicks (previously with the Phoenix Suns). Amar’e was a first round pick in the 2002 draft and won Rookie of the Year in 2003. He and his name immediately became famous. The origin of his name is unclear. We do know that “amare” means “to love” in Latin, but it is also said to mean “the Lord said” in Hebrew.

All About the Baby Name – Amare

Personality

OF THE BOY NAME AMARE

The Number 2 personality in numerology is all about cooperation and balance. It's the number of diplomats and mediators. They are not leaders, but strive rather for harmony in partnerships. These are the peacemakers. Equality and fairness are important in their dealings, and they are willing to share power and responsibility to achieve a harmonious outcome. This personality is calm and patient, waiting for things to evolve instead of pushing aggressively for an outcome. They are good-natured and easy-going, and care deeply on an emotional and spiritual plane. Twos appreciate beauty and nature and are intent on making the world a better place.

Popularity

OF THE BOY NAME AMARE

The masculine name Amare first appeared on the American charts in 2005 as the basketball star’s career was taking off. The name entered the charts at an impressive ranking of #630 – not popular by any means, but respectable first time position nonetheless. In the past few years, Amare (or Amar’e) has shown low-moderate success and doesn’t appear to be gaining any significant ground. The Latin meaning of the name (to love) is both positive and upbeat. The Hebrew meaning (God said) is both strong and decisive. It’s a cool, unique name that appeals to parents who like to go against the grain. We also like that it’s a Number Two in numerology which is apropos of the meaning “to love” since Two’s are all about loving and nurturing natures. There’s just something very affirming about the name Amare.

Quick Facts

ON AMARE

GENDER:

Boy

ORIGIN:

African-American

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

600

PRONUNCIATION:

ah-MAR-ee

SIMPLE MEANING:

To love, God said

Characteristics

OF AMARE

Cooperative

Considerate

Compassionate

Nurturing

Sensitive

Patient

Loving

Kind

Gracious

Balanced

Cultural References to the Baby Name – Amare

Literary Characters

OF THE BABY NAME AMARE

We cannot find any significant literary characters by the name of Amare

Childrens Books

ON THE BABY NAME AMARE

We cannot find any childrens books with the first name Amare


Popular Songs

ON AMARE

Te Amare
a song by Marc Anthony

Siempre Te Amare
a song by Boy George

Famous People

NAMED AMARE

Amar’e Stoudemire (basketball player)

Children of Famous People

NAMED AMARE

We cannot find any children of famous people with the first name Amare

Historic Figures

WITH THE NAME AMARE

We cannot find any historically significant people with the first name Amare