Amuel Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AH-myoo-el //ˈæm.ju.əl//
Origin: Hebrew; Latin
Meaning: Hebrew: 'God is with us'; Latin: 'to be loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amuel has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the elements 'am' meaning 'people' and 'El' meaning 'God'. This etymology suggests a literal translation of 'God is my people' or 'the people of God'.
The name appears in various forms throughout biblical texts, reflecting its significance in the ancient Hebrew culture. The transition into English likely occurred through the Latin transliteration of Hebrew names, which was common during the early medieval period as biblical texts were translated and disseminated across Europe.
Historically, the name Amuel is associated with biblical figures, particularly in the context of the Old Testament. While it is not one of the most prominent names, it can be linked to the broader tradition of names that emphasize a relationship with the divine.
The use of such names was prevalent among Jewish communities, especially during the Second Temple period, which lasted from the 5th century BCE to the 1st century CE. The name may have also been influenced by the translations of the Hebrew Bible into Greek and Latin, particularly the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which helped to spread Hebrew names throughout the Christian world.
Culturally, names like Amuel carry significant weight in Jewish tradition, often embodying themes of faith and community. The enduring nature of such names can be attributed to their deep roots in religious texts and their symbolic representation of the relationship between the divine and the people.
While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Amuel itself remains a testament to the historical and cultural significance of names that reflect a connection to God and community.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amuel was first seen in the United States in 1917.
Amuel has ranked as high as #1108 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Amuel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Amuel is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Amuel was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Amuel
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Amuel.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |