Amanda

Meaning & origin

The female first name Amanda comes from Latin and means "the lovable" or "the amiable". It is a variant of the name Amandus, which in turn is derived from the Latin word "amare" meaning "to love". The name is mainly popular in English-speaking countries, but also in other countries such as Germany, France, and Spain. In Greek mythology, Amanda was the goddess of love and beauty, which adds positive associations to the name.

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Famous people with the first name Amanda

• Amanda Seyfried Musician
• Amanda Bynes American actress and show host
• Amanda Peet American actress
• Amanda Lathlin Person
• Amanda Lepore Person
• Amanda Palmer Musician
• Amanda Righetti Actor

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