Amaryllis

Meaning sparkling eyes
Origin Greek
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 9
Syllables 4
Syllabification A-ma-ryl-lis

About Amaryllis

Amaryllis stands as a bold, romantic choice that refuses to blend into the background. This name brings immediate associations with natural beauty—the striking flower that blooms with dramatic flair and unexpected resilience. The four syllables create a lyrical, almost poetic quality that makes the name memorable and distinctive. It carries literary and botanical associations that appeal to parents who value education, nature, and artistic sensibility. The name demands confidence from both the bearer and the namer, making a clear statement about valuing individuality over conformity. While it may require occasional spelling clarification, this complexity adds to rather than detracts from its appeal for many families. The soft consonants and flowing vowels create an undeniably feminine sound without being overly delicate. It pairs beautifully with shorter, simpler middle names that provide balance. The name works particularly well for families in creative, academic, or artistic communities where uniqueness is celebrated. For parents ready to give their daughter a name as extraordinary as they hope she'll be, that celebrates beauty, strength, and uncommon elegance, Amaryllis makes an unforgettable choice.

Variations of Name Amaryllis

Amarilis
Amarilys
Amarylis
Amarillys
Amaris
Amara
Amaya
Amalya

Nicknames for Amaryllis

Amy
Ryllis
Mara
Mari
Liss
Amaryllis

Famous People Named Amaryllis

Amaryllis FoxAmerican former CIA officer, writer, and television host
Amaryllis FlemingEnglish cellist and half-sister of James Bond author Ian Fleming
Amaryllis GacioppoAustralian opera singer
Amaryllis GarnettBritish artist and writer
Amaryllis Joséphine JohnsonAmerican poet and playwright
Amaryllis KnightAmerican businesswoman and co-founder of online retailer Nasty Gal
Amaryllis LogsdonAmerican opera singer
Amaryllis SantiagoPuerto Rican beauty queen and actress

Characters Named Amaryllis

Amaryllis VanceCharacter in the "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling
Amaryllis FoxCharacter in the TV series "Legends"
Amaryllis ColtraineCharacter in the "In Death" series by J.D. Robb
Amaryllis "Lissy" McMahonCharacter in the novel "Don't Look Now" by Linda Lael Miller