Amber

How to say it

ˈæm.bər

What it means

From the gem amber, fossilized tree resin, by way of the Arabic anbar.

Amber names the warm golden-orange gem, which is fossilized tree resin, a word that traveled from the Arabic anbar through Old French. It joined the jewel-name family with Ruby and Pearl and became a huge hit in the 1980s and 90s. Warm and glowing. Said AM-bur.

How to spell Amber

The standard spelling is Amber. Common variants include Ambar, Ambre, Amberly, but Amber is the most widely used form.

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  A gemstone name, big in the 1980s and 90s.

Who's worn it

Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.

• Amber Heard American actress known for the Aquaman films
• Amber Riley American actress and singer known for Glee

Spelling variants

• Ambar
• Ambre
• Amberly

Names with the same feeling

• Ruby Red gemstone
• Hazel Hazel tree
• Ember Glowing coal
• Jade Jade stone
• Opal The opal gemstone

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Common questions

What does the name Amber mean?

From the gem amber, fossilized tree resin, by way of the Arabic anbar.

What does Amber mean in English?

In English, Amber means "Amber, fossilized resin." Amber names the warm golden-orange gem, which is fossilized tree resin, a word that traveled from the Arabic anbar through Old French. It joined the jewel-name family with Ruby and Pearl and became a huge hit in the 1980s and 90s. Warm and glowing. Said AM-bur.

How do you pronounce Amber?

Amber is pronounced ˈæm.bər. Say it as AM-ber, with the stress on the "am" syllable.

How do you spell Amber?

The standard spelling is Amber. Common spelling variants include Ambar, Ambre, Amberly.

Is Amber a boy or girl name?

Amber is traditionally a feminine name.

How popular is the name Amber?

Amber ranked #520 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.