Amos
Amos first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1922, when 558 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 364.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Amos popular?
Rising Amos has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 2,463 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,243 | |
| 2000s | 1,788 | |
| 1990s | 1,749 | |
| 1980s | 2,321 | |
| 1970s | 2,155 | |
| 1960s | 2,086 | |
| 1950s | 2,810 | |
| 1940s | 2,767 | |
| 1930s | 3,343 | |
| 1920s | 4,891 | |
| 1910s | 3,674 | |
| 1900s | 1,062 | |
| 1890s | 1,023 | |
| 1880s | 1,161 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Amos mean?
Amos means “carried” or “borne by God.” Amos is a prophet.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amos mean?
Amos means Carried by God. Amos means “carried” or “borne by God.” Amos is a prophet.
What is the origin of the name Amos?
Amos is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Amos?
Amos is pronounced “AY-mus.”
Is Amos a boy or a girl name?
Amos is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Amos a popular name right now?
Amos has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Amos?
In 2025, Amos ranked #730 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Amos most popular?
Amos was most popular in 1922, when about 558 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Amos?
Names similar to Amos include Reuben, Boaz, Ari, Doron, Gideon.
What names go well with Amos?
Hebrew names that pair well with Amos include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.