Amaru
Originating from the Old French 'jetter' meaning 'to throw' or 'cast,' or potentially related to a gatekeeper or watchman. This name suggests a person who is dynamic, proactive, and always ready to step up and lead their team with grace.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,025 |
| Gender | Male (22% / 78%) |
| Peak year | 2021 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1997 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | English, French, German |
| Comeback name | No |
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Derek Jeter (Five-time World Series champion shortstop) · Michael Jeter (Character actor known for 'The Green Mile') · Howard Jeter (Career diplomat and former U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria) · Jeter Thompson (Notable jazz pianist and founding member of the Jeter-Pillars Orchestra) · K.W. Jeter (Science fiction and horror author known for 'Dr. Adder')
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