Amber (given name) facts for kids

The name Amber is a popular girl's name. It comes from the word "amber," which is a beautiful, fossilized tree resin, often golden-yellow or orange. The word "amber" itself comes from the Arabic word anbar.

This name is very popular in English-speaking countries. For example, in the United States, it was quite common. Between 1980 and 1997, it was one of the top 25 most popular names for girls. In 2008, it was still the 165th most popular name there. The name Amber has also been a top 100 name for girls in countries like Canada, parts of Western Europe, and Australia.

Famous People Named Amber

Many well-known people share the name Amber. Here are a few examples:

• Amber (performer) – A singer known for pop and dance music.
• Amber Heard – An American actress.
• Amber Littlejohn – A Native American professional figure competitor.
• Amber Merritt – An Australian wheelchair basketball player.

Amber in Television

The name Amber has also been used for characters in popular TV shows:

• Amber – A character from the television series Hannah Montana.
• Amber Volakis – A character from the medical drama House.