UK girl's name
Ame
A feminine Japanese name meaning "rain" or "candy".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ame is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ame popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5061, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1997 to 2006. 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.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Ame. 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 2007 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ame ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Ame.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ame as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5061
2006
Births in 2006
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Ame mean?
The name Ame finds its origins in Japanese culture, where it is a feminine given name. The name Ame is derived from the Japanese word "ame," which translates to "rain" or "candy." In Japanese tradition, rain is often associated with fertility, purity, and renewal, lending a symbolic meaning to the name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ame can be traced back to the 12th century. In the famous Japanese literary work, "The Tale of Genji," written by Murasaki Shikibu, a character named Ame is mentioned, suggesting the name's usage during that time period.
Historically, the name Ame has been associated with various notable figures throughout Japan's rich cultural heritage. One such individual was Ame Tsuchiya, a renowned Japanese painter and calligrapher who lived during the 17th century. Her exquisite works, combining the art of painting and calligraphy, were highly celebrated and have left a lasting impact on Japanese art history.
Another prominent figure bearing the name Ame was Ame Yuki, a celebrated Noh performer from the 18th century. Noh is a traditional form of Japanese theatre, and Ame Yuki was renowned for her mastery of the art, captivating audiences with her graceful movements and powerful performances.
In the literary realm, Ame Nakajima was a Japanese novelist and poet who lived from 1886 to 1964. Her works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience, garnered critical acclaim and contributed significantly to the development of modern Japanese literature.
Moving into the 20th century, Ame Ikegami was a Japanese politician and diplomat who served as the Ambassador of Japan to the United States from 1958 to 1962. Her diplomatic efforts played a crucial role in strengthening the relationship between the two nations during a pivotal period in history.
These are but a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Ame throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Japanese culture and society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ame over time
The chart below shows babies named Ame registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2006. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ame, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2006, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ame by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ame 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4592 | 12 | 4 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Ame
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Ame: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ame in the UK right now?
In 2006, Ame was ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ame most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Ame in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ame?
A feminine Japanese name meaning "rain" or "candy".
How many people are called Ame in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Ame across the 5 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.