girl name
Amanda
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#493 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Amanda in the US, 1880–2025
Amanda first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1987, when 41,786 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 601.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amanda a boy or a girl name?
Amanda is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Amanda?
In 2025, Amanda ranked #493 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Amanda most popular?
Amanda was most popular in 1987, when about 41,786 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.