Americus Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-MER-ih-kus / əˈmɛrɪkəsLatin; English
Meaning
brave; ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Americus is derived from the Latin 'Americus', which is a variant of 'Emeric', meaning brave or powerful. In English, it has been used as a feminine form, often associated with the name America, which itself is derived from the explorer Amerigo Vespucci. The name has historical significance in the context of exploration and the naming of the Americas. It reflects a blend of cultural influences from both Latin and English-speaking regions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Amerika
- Emery
International Variants
- América (Spanish)
- Amérique (French)
Famous people named Americus
Americus Vespucius — explorer.
Americus F. H. H. — notable figure in early American history.
Fictional characters named Americus
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Americus was first seen in the United States in 2001. Americus has ranked as high as #1235 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Indiana, Texas, Ohio, Georgia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Americus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Americus (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 47 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |