What does the name Amos mean?

The name Amos means "Carried by God".

What is the origin of the name Amos?

Amos is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 386 babies were named Amos in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Amos is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 386 →

All-Time Total: 32,899

Peak Year: 1922

Amos is a Hebrew name meaning "burden" or "borne by God." It is derived from the Hebrew word "amas," which means "to carry" or "to bear."

Boy names closely related to Amos

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Girl names closely related to Amos

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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