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Origin and Meaning of the Name Amaury

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Gender:

Boy


Origin:	German
Meaning:	Bravery and power; work ruler


Origin:	French
Meaning:	Form of Amory or Amery


Pronunciation:	(AH mawr ee) [Guide]

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Amalricus

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Surnames Names, English Names, French Names

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English and French speaking countries

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Combination of the german 'amal' meaning "work, bravery" plus 'rik' meaning "power, ruler."
Brought to England by the Normans. This is a given name which evolved into a surname and in modern times, appears as both. This is the French form.

Amaury may also be from 'helm' meaning "helmet" and 'rik' meaning "ruler."