Amaka
girl nameAmaka entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #8812 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#8812
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10517 |
| 1990s | #12086 |
| 2000s | #14366 |
| 2010s | #15897 |
| 2020s | #15251 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Amaka are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Amaka alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Amaka in 2025?
- Amaka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Amaka most popular?
- Amaka peaked in 1996, reaching #8812 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Amaka with classmates?
- Amaka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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