Amadeus Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-mah-DAY-us / ˌɑː.məˈdeɪ.əsLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: 'lover of God'; Italian: 'God's love'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amadeus is derived from the Latin phrase 'amare Deum', meaning 'to love God'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Christian communities. The name gained prominence due to its association with the famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who is often regarded as one of the greatest composers in Western music history.
Trend Summary
The name Amadeus has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks, particularly influenced by cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amadeo
- Amadeus
International Variants
- Amadeo (Spanish)
- Amadeus (German)
- Amadeus (Polish)
Famous people named Amadeus
Amadeus VIII was a Duke of Savoy who became the first anti-Pope in the 15th century.
Amadeus K. was a notable figure in the field of musicology.
Amadeus Cho is a fictional character in Marvel Comics, known for being a young genius and ally of the Hulk.
Fictional characters named Amadeus
Amadeus is a character in the film 'Amadeus', which portrays the life of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Amadeus Cho appears in Marvel Comics as a young genius who assists superheroes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amadeus was first seen in the United States in 1985. Amadeus has ranked as high as #1207 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Amadeus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amadeus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 29 | |
| TX | 24 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| NV | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 40 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 67 |
| 2016 | 63 |
| 2017 | 75 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2019 | 71 |
| 2020 | 87 |
| 2021 | 79 |
| 2022 | 71 |
| 2023 | 101 |
| 2024 | 153 |