Amos
Amos: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈeɪ.məs/
Meaning and origin of Amos
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Biblical Hebrew עמוס (Amos, “to carry; a burden”).
How popular is Amos?
Since 1880, 64 girls and 36,536 boys in the U.S. have been named Amos (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2707 in 1927. Its highest rank for boys was #105 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #730 for boys, with 364 babies given the name.
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Amos FAQ
What does the name Amos mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Biblical Hebrew עמוס (Amos, “to carry; a burden”).
What is the origin of the name Amos?
Amos is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Amos?
Since 1880, 64 girls and 36,536 boys in the U.S. have been named Amos (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2707 in 1927. Its highest rank for boys was #105 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #730 for boys, with 364 babies given the name.
Is Amos a boy or girl name?
Amos is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 64 girls and 36,536 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.