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Name Origin

Amy is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the name Aimée, meaning 'beloved' or 'dearly loved'.

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Famous People

Amy Poehler (1971-)

Actress, Comedian, Writer, Producer

  • Saturday Night Live cast member
  • Creator and star of Parks and Recreation
  • Emmy Award winner

Amy Schumer (1981-)

Comedian, Actress, Writer, Producer

  • Stand-up comedian known for her observational humor
  • Star of the Comedy Central series Inside Amy Schumer
  • Emmy Award and Peabody Award winner

Amy Winehouse (1983-2011)

Singer, Songwriter

  • Grammy Award-winning singer known for her powerful vocals and soulful music
  • Released critically acclaimed albums 'Back to Black' and 'Frank'

Amy Tan (1952-)

Author

  • Bestselling author known for her novels exploring Chinese-American identity and family relationships
  • Published acclaimed novels like 'The Joy Luck Club', 'The Kitchen God's Wife', and 'The Bonesetter's Daughter'