Amanda Pugliese

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Amanda Pugliese — worthy of love
626K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Amanda Pugliese 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 Pugliese: Aaron Pugliese, American writer Anthony Pugliese, American businessman and real estate developer Antonio Pugliese (1941–2000), Canadian professional wrestler (aka Tony Parisi) Armando Pugliese (1947–2024), Italian stage director and playwright Caroline Pugliese (1865–1940), Australian theatre owner and film producer Christopher Pugliese, American realist artist Clemente Pugliese Levi (1855–1936), Italian painter Dina Pugliese (born 1974), Canadian television personality Frank Pugliese, American television writer and artistic director Giacomino Pugliese (fl. 13th century), Italian poet Gianluca. 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: Pugliese

Italian

Aaron Pugliese, American writer Anthony Pugliese, American businessman and real estate developer Antonio Pugliese (1941–2000), Canadian professional wrestler (aka Tony Parisi) Armando Pugliese (1947–2024), Italian stage director and playwright Caroline Pugliese (1865–1940), Australian theatre owner and film producer Christopher Pugliese, American realist artist Clemente Pugliese Levi (1855–1936), Italian painter Dina Pugliese (born 1974), Canadian television personality Frank Pugliese, American television writer and artistic director Giacomino Pugliese (fl. 13th century), Italian poet Gianluca.

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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 Pugliese

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 Pugliese:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Pugliese?
The surname Pugliese originates from Italian. Aaron Pugliese, American writer Anthony Pugliese, American businessman and real estate developer Antonio Pugliese (1941–2000), Canadian professional wrestler (aka Tony Parisi) Armando Pugliese (1947–2024), Italian stage director and playwright Caroline Pugliese (1865–1940), Australian theatre owner and film producer Christopher Pugliese, American realist artist Clemente Pugliese Levi (1855–1936), Italian painter Dina Pugliese (born 1974), Canadian television personality Frank Pugliese, American television writer and artistic director Giacomino Pugliese (fl. 13th century), Italian poet Gianluca.
What are the origins of the name Amanda Pugliese?
The name Amanda Pugliese combines two different traditions: the first name Amanda has Latin roots, while the surname Pugliese originates from Italian.
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