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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, director

  • Saturday Night Live cast member
  • Star of Parks and Recreation
  • Multiple Primetime Emmy Award winner

Amy Winehouse (1983-2011)

Singer, songwriter

  • Grammy Award winner
  • Known for her distinctive contralto vocals and eclectic mix of musical genres

Amy Schumer (1981-)

Stand-up comedian, actress, writer, producer, director

  • Known for her observational and often raunchy humor
  • Starred in the films Trainwreck and I Feel Pretty

Amy Grant (1960-)

Singer, songwriter

  • One of the best-selling Christian music artists of all time
  • Won six Grammy Awards and numerous Dove Awards

Amy Tan (1952-)

Novelist, Short Story Writer

  • Bestselling author of 'The Joy Luck Club'
  • Her novels explore themes of Chinese-American identity and family relationships
  • Recipient of numerous literary awards