Amy vs Mary
Amy
Gender: boy
Origin: French
Meaning: Beloved
Peak: 1975 (2.07%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Amy | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.17% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.14% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.11% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.07% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.05% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.03% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.03% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.07% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.29% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 1.38% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 1.11% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.41% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.16% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Amy or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Amy peaked in 1975 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Amy and Mary mean?
Amy means "Beloved" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".