Boy
Amos
AY-mus
Beautiful But Not Top 100 ↑ Rising
✦ Meaning
“Hebrew name meaning 'burden-bearer,' borne by an Old Testament prophet known for speaking truth to power. Gaining traction as a vintage revival.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #699 in the United States.
Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
2
Style
VintageStrongClassicLiterary
Famous Bearers
- Amos Oz
- Amos Burton (The Expanse)
Cross-Cultural Notes
Works across Hebrew, Christian, and English-speaking cultures
People Also Ask
Hebrew name meaning 'burden-bearer,' borne by an Old Testament prophet known for speaking truth to power. Gaining traction as a vintage revival.
Amos is currently ranked #699 in the United States. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Amos works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Amos include Clara, Sophia, Henry.