Amaro

Meaning of Amaro

Amaro arrives like a sun-drenched melody from the Italian countryside, its syllables rolling gently—ah-MAH-roh (/aˈmaʀo/)—and carrying a whisper of the Latin amarus, “bitter,” softened by time into a name of warm strength. Rooted in Mediterranean soil, it evokes the rugged beauty of terraced vineyards and the allure of a twilight aperitivo, where every story tastes of laughter and lingering sunsets. Though its literal meaning might prompt a playful eyebrow raise, most parents are drawn instead to its spirited resonance and understated elegance. In the United States, Amaro has been quietly climbing the charts since the early 2010s—peaking at number 890 in 2017 and settling at 906 in 2024—proof that this evocative, three-syllable gem, like a cherished family recipe, endures by weaving together history, character and a dash of lighthearted charm.

Pronunciation

Italian

• Pronunced as ah-MAH-roh (/aˈmaʀo/)

• Amari
• Amar
• Amarion
• Amare