Along with leg warmers, big hair, and acid-wash jeans, the name Amanda was one of the biggest trends of the 1980s. It was less popular until the 1970s, and in 1979 it broke into the top five names in the United States. Although it reached peak popularity in 1980 as the No. 2 name, it stayed in the top five for another 12 years straight. Gender: Amanda is often used as a girl’s name. The masculine version, Amandus, is typically used for boys. Pronunciation: uh-man-duh While you’re likely to run into plenty of ’80s and ’90s babies named Amanda nowadays, it’s unlikely you’ll find too many newborns given the name. After its hot streak in the 1980s and ’90s, Amanda’s fame dwindled, gradually growing less popular each year. As of 2020, the Social Security Administration had Amanda sitting at No. 447. Regardless of its statistical decline, Amanda is still a lovely, timeless option worthy of consideration.

Name Variations

There are many variations of the name Amanda to consider:

AmanadaAmandalynAmandineAmataAmada (Spanish)AmandahAmandaleeAmandiMandaline

Similar Names

Other popular names for those who like Amanda:

Abigail Alyssa Amelia Elizabeth Emily Emma Isabella Natalie Olivia Sophia Samantha Victoria

Other girl names starting with A:

AdaAddisonAdeleAlanaAlexandraAminaAmyAngelinaAnnaAnnieAubreyAudreyAuroraAva

Common Nicknames

The most common nicknames for Amanda include:

Mandy/Mandi: Much like actress and singer Mandy Moore, this nickname exudes a loveable sweetness.Manda: Steady and balanced, Manda is down-to-earth, easy-going, and always willing to help others.Andi/Andy: A fun option for the inner tomboy. Ambitious, always up for an adventure, and unafraid of a challenge.

Suggested Sibling Names

Popular options for Amanda’s siblings include:

AshleyAmberAndrewAustinElizabethHannahJessicaJoshuaOlivia

Famous People Named Amanda

There are many famous Amandas, including:

Amanda Bynes, American actress who rose to fame as a child star on Nickelodeon in the 1990sAmanda Peet, American actress known for “Something’s Gotta Give” and “A Lot Like Love"Amanda Seyfried, American actress known for her roles in “Mean Girls” and “Mamma Mia!“Amanda Schull, American actress best known for her roles in “One Tree Hill” and “Pretty Little Liars"Mandy Moore, American singer and actress, known for starring in “A Walk To Remember” and the TV drama “This Is Us”

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