Amber Paton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Amber Paton — jewel, fossilised resin
248K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Amber Paton is a name that combines English origins. The first name Amber is a feminine given name of English origin. Amber is a feminine given name taken from amber, the fossilized tree resin that is often used in the making of jewelry. The word can also refer to a yellowish-orange color. The name was in occasional use in the early 1800s, according to United States census records. It first came into regular use in the Anglosphere in the late 1800s along with other gemstone names popular during the Victorian era. It rose in popularity following the release of the 1944 historical romance novel Forever Amber by American author Kathleen Winsor. Amber has been a popular name in most English speaking countries. The surname Paton: Al Paton, musician from South Africa and Namibia Alan Paton (1903–1988), South African author and anti-apartheid activist Alex Paton, Scottish footballer Andrew Archibald Paton (1811–1874), British diplomat, orientalist, and author Andy Paton (1923–2014), Scottish football player and manager Angela Paton (1930–2016), American theatre, TV and film actress Angus Paton (1905–1999), British civil engineer from Jersey Ann Paton, Lady Paton (born 1952), Scottish advocate and judge Bartolome Jimenez Paton (1569–1640), Spanish humanist, rhetorician, grammarian and writer Bert Paton (born 1942), Scotti. Amber is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 248K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Amber reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Amber

Meaning: jewel, fossilised resin

English

Amber is a feminine given name taken from amber, the fossilized tree resin that is often used in the making of jewelry. The word can also refer to a yellowish-orange color. The name was in occasional use in the early 1800s, according to United States census records. It first came into regular use in the Anglosphere in the late 1800s along with other gemstone names popular during the Victorian era. It rose in popularity following the release of the 1944 historical romance novel Forever Amber by American author Kathleen Winsor. Amber has been a popular name in most English speaking countries.

Surname: Paton

Spanish

Al Paton, musician from South Africa and Namibia Alan Paton (1903–1988), South African author and anti-apartheid activist Alex Paton, Scottish footballer Andrew Archibald Paton (1811–1874), British diplomat, orientalist, and author Andy Paton (1923–2014), Scottish football player and manager Angela Paton (1930–2016), American theatre, TV and film actress Angus Paton (1905–1999), British civil engineer from Jersey Ann Paton, Lady Paton (born 1952), Scottish advocate and judge Bartolome Jimenez Paton (1569–1640), Spanish humanist, rhetorician, grammarian and writer Bert Paton (born 1942), Scotti.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

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

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 Amber?
The first name Amber originates from English. Amber is a feminine given name taken from amber, the fossilized tree resin that is often used in the making of jewelry. The word can also refer to a yellowish-orange color. The name was in occasional use in the early 1800s, according to United States census records. It first came into regular use in the Anglosphere in the late 1800s along with other gemstone names popular during the Victorian era. It rose in popularity following the release of the 1944 historical romance novel Forever Amber by American author Kathleen Winsor. Amber has been a popular name in most English speaking countries.
When was Amber most popular?
The name Amber reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Paton?
The surname Paton originates from Spanish. Al Paton, musician from South Africa and Namibia Alan Paton (1903–1988), South African author and anti-apartheid activist Alex Paton, Scottish footballer Andrew Archibald Paton (1811–1874), British diplomat, orientalist, and author Andy Paton (1923–2014), Scottish football player and manager Angela Paton (1930–2016), American theatre, TV and film actress Angus Paton (1905–1999), British civil engineer from Jersey Ann Paton, Lady Paton (born 1952), Scottish advocate and judge Bartolome Jimenez Paton (1569–1640), Spanish humanist, rhetorician, grammarian and writer Bert Paton (born 1942), Scotti.
What are the origins of the name Amber Paton?
The name Amber Paton combines two different traditions: the first name Amber has English roots, while the surname Paton originates from Spanish.
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