Ambar

Ambar is an Indian girl's name that can be translated into German as 'the sky' or 'saffron'. The name has its roots in the Hindi language as well as in Indian mythology.

What does the name Ambar mean?

The name Ambar literally means 'the sky' or 'saffron' and originates from India. Additionally, the variant Ámbar has Arabic roots and stands for 'amber' or, more broadly, 'the yellowish one'. This girl's name is derived from the Middle English and Old French word for 'amber', which has its origin in the Latin ambar, which in turn comes from the Arabic term 'anbar'. The term 'amber' can also refer to a yellowish-orange color.

Where does the name Ambar come from?

The name Ambar has its origins in the Arabic and Hindi languages and means 'the sky'. The etymology consists of the Arabic 'anbar' for 'amber' and shows connections to Old French, Anglo-Saxon, Arabic, Hindu, and Latin.

How do you pronounce Ambar?

The pronunciation of the name Ambar is two syllables and has a compact structure. It is usually pronounced as 'Am-bar' [ˈambaʁ], starting with an open a-sound that has a calm and direct aura. The consonant combination '-mb-' gives the name a certain density and provides a stable, earthy center. The final '-bar' gives the name a firm, slightly resonant sound. Ambar thus radiates calm, strength, and groundedness, with a clear structure and a warm, stable presence.

Popularity

In Germany, Ambar is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common names for girls. The best placement Ambar achieved was in 2018, when it reached 2,157th place. In the last ten years, the name Ambar has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it 4,561st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,562nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Ámbi

Famous people

• Ambar Benson (main character of the series Soy Luna)
• Ambar Das (Indian composer)
• Ambar Datta (Indian cricketer)
• Ambar la Fox (Argentinian actress)
• Ambar Roy (cricketer from India)