HOUSTON, TEXAS: Step into the world of Twitch stars, where aliases reign supreme and real names are often forgotten. Among the glamorous realm of influencers, one name stands out, captivating audiences with its mesmerizing charm and mystery. Enter Kaitlyn "Amouranth" Siragusa, the enchanting ASMR queen, whose streaming name holds a tale as amusing as it is bewitching. Delving into the depths of her past as a popular cosplayer on DeviantArt, the origin of her name unfolds, leaving us in awe.
Intriguingly, Amouranth confesses that her choice of alias was influenced by a desire to defy gender norms. With a penchant for cosplaying as the iconic video game character, Link, she sought an alter ego that transcended traditional notions of femininity or masculinity
Unveiling the origin behind Amouranth's Twitch name
Embracing her flair for theatricality, Amouranth relished the idea of deceiving others, challenging their perceptions. Her goal was simple but audacious - to see how many individuals she could entice with her enigmatic persona. “I was just trying to come up with an alias that wasn’t too feminine or too masculine because I would do Link cosplays and stuff,” the streamer said while having a chat with QTCinderella.
“I didn’t want it to be obvious that I was a girl because I wanted to see how many people I could trick since I was proud of my theatrical cosplays,” Amouranth further said.
Unveiling her witty strategy, Amouranth playfully revealed the confusion and intrigue she managed to inspire in her unsuspecting followers. "I don't know what you are, but it's making me question my sexuality!" they exclaimed, captivated by her cunning disguise.
In her quest for a unisex name, Amouranth embarked on a quest to discover the perfect moniker, one that would encapsulate her unique essence. Amidst her search, she stumbled upon a database of Latin names, and there, like a hidden gem, she found it - "Amaranth."
“I was browsing this database of Latin names, and I saw ‘Amaranth,’” she said, adding, “I was like, ‘That’s okay. That’ll do.’ And I just kind of stuck with that the whole time. It’s spelt differently, but that version was taken!”
What Does Amouranth Mean?
Amouranth pointed out that the Latin word "Amaranth" actually means unfading love, which symbolizes the love she has for animals. Back then, she had no idea it would become a staple on Twitch. As of today, over six million people have heard of it, if you go by the number of followers she has. Amouranth is a combination of two words, and it does still have a little bit to do with love.
Its pronunciation is one of Amouranth's most striking features, and it sounds the same as the word "amaranth." This alternate spelling is not just a common typo in the streamer's comments or Twitch chat. Amaranth is also a plant.
