Amala
Meaningpure · Sanskrit
Amala is an Indian girl name meaning “pure”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Word funAmala starts and ends with the same letter, A. A neat little bookend.
- GenerationAmala is having its moment right now. Most Amalas are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Amala would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 107,527 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAmala first shows up in US birth records in 1991, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 34 years since.
US births per million girls, 1991–2025
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About the name Amala
Amala is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “pure”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Amala
What does the name Amala mean?
Amala means “pure” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Catalina (“possibly pure”), Katherine (“possibly pure”), Catherine (“possibly pure”) and Katalina (“pure”).
What is the origin of the name Amala?
Amala is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Amala a boy or girl name?
Amala is a girl name. In 2025, 15 US girls were named Amala.
How popular is the name Amala?
Amala ranked #7,133 for US girls in 2025, given to 15 babies. Its best year was 2023, when it reached #4,746. Over the last five years it has slipped 1,466 places.
What names are similar to Amala?
If you like Amala, you might also like Catalina, Katherine, Catherine and Katalina.
What should I know before naming my baby Amala?
Amala is an Indian girl name meaning “pure”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.