Amen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-men / ˈɑː.mɛnHebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'so be it'; Latin: 'to affirm'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amen has roots in Hebrew, where it is often used in religious contexts to express affirmation or agreement. It is commonly found in Jewish and Christian liturgies. In Latin, it carries a similar meaning of affirmation. The name has been used historically in various cultures, often associated with spirituality and faith.
Trend Summary
The name Amen has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in interest.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amin
- Ammon
International Variants
- Ameen (Arabic)
- Amin (Swahili)
Famous people named Amen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amen was first seen in the United States in 1975. Amen has ranked as high as #1293 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, Virginia, California, Maryland, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Amen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 13 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 78 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2017 | 76 |
| 2018 | 68 |
| 2019 | 79 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 77 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 77 |
| 2024 | 69 |