Ammon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAM-on / ˈæmənHebrew; Egyptian
Meaning
Hebrew: 'builder'; Egyptian: 'the hidden one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ammon is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the biblical figure Ammon, who was the son of King David. In ancient Egyptian culture, Amun was a major deity, associated with creation and the sun. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its significance in both religious and cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Ammon has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amon
International Variants
- Amon (Spanish)
- Ammón (Spanish)
Famous people named Ammon
Ammon Hennacy was an American pacifist and social activist known for his work in the Catholic Worker Movement.
Ammon Bundy is an American activist known for his involvement in the Bundy standoff in 2016.
Fictional characters named Ammon
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ammon was first seen in the United States in 1881. Ammon has ranked as high as #1157 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Utah, Pennsylvania, Arizona, California, and Idaho. In the past 5 years the name Ammon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ammon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 6 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 37 |
| 1977 | 44 |
| 1978 | 48 |
| 1979 | 51 |
| 1980 | 51 |
| 1981 | 38 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 39 |
| 1984 | 49 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 40 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 47 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 57 |
| 1995 | 69 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 92 |
| 1998 | 95 |
| 1999 | 80 |
| 2000 | 111 |
| 2001 | 112 |
| 2002 | 133 |
| 2003 | 109 |
| 2004 | 96 |
| 2005 | 114 |
| 2006 | 109 |
| 2007 | 123 |
| 2008 | 105 |
| 2009 | 101 |
| 2010 | 97 |
| 2011 | 88 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 91 |
| 2014 | 101 |
| 2015 | 79 |
| 2016 | 66 |
| 2017 | 69 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 61 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 38 |