Amanda Poulin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Amanda Poulin — worthy of love
626K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Amanda Poulin is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Amanda is a feminine given name of Latin origin. From the Latin amanda (gerundive of amare, to love), meaning "worthy of love" or "she who must be loved." The surname Poulin: Alfred Poulin (1938–1996), American poet and translator (e.g. Rilke) Bernard Poulin (born 1945), Canadian visual artist Charles Poulin (born 1972), Canadian men’s ice hockey player Dave Poulin (born 1958), Canadian men’s ice hockey player François Poulin de Francheville (1692–1733), Montreal merchant Georges Poulin (1887–1971), Canadian men’s ice hockey player Jacques Poulin (1937–2025), Canadian novelist Joseph-Napoléon Poulin (1821–1892), French physician and political figure Julien Poulin (1946–2025), Canadian actor, film director, screenwriter and film producer Kevin Poulin (born 1990), Ca. Amanda is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 626K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Amanda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Amanda

Meaning: worthy of love

Latin

From the Latin amanda (gerundive of amare, to love), meaning "worthy of love" or "she who must be loved."

Surname: Poulin

French

Alfred Poulin (1938–1996), American poet and translator (e.g. Rilke) Bernard Poulin (born 1945), Canadian visual artist Charles Poulin (born 1972), Canadian men’s ice hockey player Dave Poulin (born 1958), Canadian men’s ice hockey player François Poulin de Francheville (1692–1733), Montreal merchant Georges Poulin (1887–1971), Canadian men’s ice hockey player Jacques Poulin (1937–2025), Canadian novelist Joseph-Napoléon Poulin (1821–1892), French physician and political figure Julien Poulin (1946–2025), Canadian actor, film director, screenwriter and film producer Kevin Poulin (born 1990), Ca.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Amanda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Amanda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Amanda Poulin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Amanda Poulin:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Amanda?
The first name Amanda originates from Latin. From the Latin amanda (gerundive of amare, to love), meaning "worthy of love" or "she who must be loved."
When was Amanda most popular?
The name Amanda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Poulin?
The surname Poulin originates from French. Alfred Poulin (1938–1996), American poet and translator (e.g. Rilke) Bernard Poulin (born 1945), Canadian visual artist Charles Poulin (born 1972), Canadian men’s ice hockey player Dave Poulin (born 1958), Canadian men’s ice hockey player François Poulin de Francheville (1692–1733), Montreal merchant Georges Poulin (1887–1971), Canadian men’s ice hockey player Jacques Poulin (1937–2025), Canadian novelist Joseph-Napoléon Poulin (1821–1892), French physician and political figure Julien Poulin (1946–2025), Canadian actor, film director, screenwriter and film producer Kevin Poulin (born 1990), Ca.
What are the origins of the name Amanda Poulin?
The name Amanda Poulin combines two different traditions: the first name Amanda has Latin roots, while the surname Poulin originates from French.
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