Amyas Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Amyas Name at a Glance

Name	Amyas
Meaning	From the Old French name derived from Latin 'amatus' meaning loved. In use since at least the 12th century. Used by 19th century British writer Charles Kingsley for the hero of his novel 'Westward Ho!'.
Origin	French
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Amyas Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Amyas means “From the Old French name derived from Latin 'amatus' meaning loved. In use since at least the 12th century. Used by 19th century British writer Charles Kingsley for the hero of his novel 'Westward Ho”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Amyas Name Origin

Our database records Amyas under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Amyas a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Amyas is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Amyas

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