Amauris is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Amauros. It was traditionally given to children born under the seventh hour of the day, as per Roman naming practices based on hours of birth. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in France and Italy before spreading across Europe.
The name Amauris has seen a fluctuating popularity over the years, with peaks of up to nine births in 1996 and a recent rise again in 2022 with six births. Despite some fluctuations, it remains a relatively uncommon name overall, with only seventy-four recorded births between 1975 and 2022.