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Amaryllis

“To sparkle and shine”

am-uh-RIL-is Greek origin 9 letters 4 syllables
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Amaryllis

To sparkle and shine

Greek

About this name

Amaryllis is a Greek name derived from the word 'amarysso', meaning 'to sparkle'. It is also the name of a beautiful flowering bulb, symbolizing pride and radiant beauty.

It means "To sparkle and shine." Amaryllis has a popularity score of 45 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced am-uh-RIL-is. It is traditionally associated with Secular. It is associated with themes of Nature, Beauty and Botanical. Its listed personality traits are Radiant, Confident and Graceful. It has 4 syllables and 9 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Iris and Flora.

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Sparkle

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4

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What does the name Amaryllis mean?

The name Amaryllis means "To sparkle and shine."

What origin is the name Amaryllis?

Amaryllis is of Greek origin.

Is Amaryllis a boy or girl name?

Amaryllis is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Amaryllis?

Amaryllis is pronounced am-uh-RIL-is.

Is Amaryllis popular?

Amaryllis has a popularity score of 45 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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