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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Love of God
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ah-mah-DAY-us
Amadeus is a Latin name meaning "love of God," pronounced ah-mah-DAY-us. It carries a romantic, storybook feel, and it's still an uncommon pick for a boy in the U.S. If you're drawn to names with real weight behind their meaning, this is one to consider.
Meaning & Origin of Amadeus
Meaning: Love of God.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Amadeus
ah-mah-DAY-usIPA /ˌɑːməˈdeɪəs/
Popularity of Amadeus
In the SSA's data from 1985 to 2024, Amadeus reached its highest point yet in 2024, ranking #1277 with 153 boys given the name — its peak in the 40-year record.
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FAQ
What does the name Amadeus mean?
Love of God. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Amadeus?
Amadeus is pronounced ah-mah-DAY-us (IPA: /ˌɑːməˈdeɪəs/).
Is Amadeus a popular name right now?
Amadeus is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1277 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1985–2024.)
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