Amarys is a unisex given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'amaris', meaning 'bitter'. It is composed of the elements 'ama' meaning 'love' and 'ris' signifying 'bough or branch', thus combining to imply 'bitter branch'. While it may seem unusual due to its etymology, Amarys is a unique and captivating name that has been used throughout history. Notable individuals with this name include French poet Maurice Scève's muse, who was known as 'la belle Amarys'.
"Over the span of four decades (1979-2023), the name Amarys experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity, with peak years being 2006 (17 births) and 2019/2020 (both at 12 births). The total number of newborn girls named Amarys during this period is 209."