Amadeus
Amadeus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæməˈdeɪəs/ · /ˌɑməˈdeɪʊs/
Meaning and origin of Amadeus
Root meaning: “love”
- A male given name from Latin.
Etymology
From Latin Amadeus, from Latin amo (“love”) + deus (“god”).
How popular is Amadeus?
Since 1880, 1,720 boys in the U.S. have been named Amadeus. Its highest rank for boys was #1275 in 2024. In 2025, 103 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Amadeus FAQ
What does the name Amadeus mean?
Amadeus traces back to a root meaning "love". A male given name from Latin. From Latin Amadeus, from Latin amo (“love”) + deus (“god”).
What is the origin of the name Amadeus?
Amadeus is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Amadeus?
Since 1880, 1,720 boys in the U.S. have been named Amadeus. Its highest rank for boys was #1275 in 2024. In 2025, 103 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Amadeus a boy or girl name?
Amadeus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,720 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.