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Amos β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Amos is a masculine name of Hebrew origin. It means 'borne by God' or 'carried by God'. Amos is derived from the Hebrew name Amoshe, which itself is derived from the Hebrew word 'amasa', meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'.

Amos

Letter: A
Boy

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Meaning of Amos:

Amos is a masculine name of Hebrew origin. It means 'borne by God' or 'carried by God'. Amos is derived from the Hebrew name Amoshe, which itself is derived from the Hebrew word 'amasa', meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. The name Amos is often associated with strength, guidance, and divine protection.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: Hebrew
  • US popularity: In 2022, 440 newborns in the United States were named Amos (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1922 with 558 babies.

Origin:

Hebrew

Similar Names:

Almos , Almous , Ambros , Amo , Amoras , Amose , Amosis , Amoss , Amous , Ams

More names starting with A:

Aadvi , Aadvik , Aadvika , Aadya , Aadyant , Aadyn , Aaeed , Aaeedah , Aaeedun , Aaeeshah , Aaeezah , Aaf

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Frequently asked questions about Amos

What does the name Amos mean?

Amos is a masculine name of Hebrew origin. It means 'borne by God' or 'carried by God'. Amos is derived from the Hebrew name Amoshe, which itself is derived from the Hebrew word 'amasa', meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'.

What is the origin of the name Amos?

Amos is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.

Is Amos a boy or girl name?

Amos is commonly used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Amos?

In 2022, 440 newborns in the United States were named Amos, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1922, with 558 babies given the name.

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