UK girl's name
Ambur
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially meaning "immortal" or "undying".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ambur is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ambur popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4684, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2014 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Ambur is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Ambur. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ambur ranked #4684 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 4 girls were registered as Ambur.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ambur as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4684
2014
Births in 2014
4
Latest year
Peak year
2014
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Ambur mean?
The name Ambur is believed to have its origins in the Tamil language, spoken primarily in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the northern and eastern regions of Sri Lanka. The name is thought to be derived from the Tamil word "ambu," meaning "arrow" or "missile," and "ur," meaning "town" or "village." Thus, the name Ambur could be interpreted as "the town of arrows" or "the village of missiles."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ambur can be found in ancient Tamil literature, specifically in the Purananuru, a collection of poems dating back to the 1st century BCE to the 5th century CE. In the Purananuru, the name is mentioned in reference to a place called Ambur, which was likely a small settlement or village during that time period.
In the 7th century CE, the Tamil saint and philosopher Thiruvalluvar made reference to Ambur in his literary work, the Thirukkural. This seminal work, which consists of 1,330 couplets covering various aspects of life, mentions Ambur in the context of a place known for its skilled archers and warriors.
During the medieval period, Ambur was a significant town in the Vellore region of Tamil Nadu, and it played a role in the political and military struggles between various ruling dynasties. The town is mentioned in several historical records and chronicles from that era.
One notable figure in history who bore the name Ambur was Ambur Annamalai Chettiar (1868-1954), an Indian businessman and philanthropist from Tamil Nadu. He founded several educational institutions and made significant contributions to the development of his hometown, Ambur.
Another prominent individual with the name Ambur was Ambur Subramoniam Appadurai (1905-1977), an Indian politician and freedom fighter who served as a member of the Madras Legislative Assembly and participated in the Indian independence movement led by Mahatma Gandhi.
In the realm of literature, Ambur Balachandran (1938-2011) was a renowned Tamil writer and playwright from Tamil Nadu. He wrote several plays, short stories, and novels and was recognized with various literary awards for his contributions to Tamil literature.
Ambur Subramaniam Pavithra (1932-2011) was an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who played a significant role in promoting and preserving the Bharatanatyam dance form. She received numerous honors, including the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards.
Lastly, Ambur Vaidyanathan (1895-1975) was an Indian lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India, which drafted the country's constitution after independence.
While these are just a few examples, the name Ambur has been borne by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, with its roots firmly planted in the Tamil language and culture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Ambur by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ambur was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4684 | 4 | 1 |
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- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Ambur: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ambur in the UK right now?
In 2014, Ambur was ranked #4684 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Ambur most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 4 babies registered as Ambur in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ambur?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially meaning "immortal" or "undying".
How many people are called Ambur in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Ambur across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.