Find out how popular the first name Amadeus has been for the last 39 years (from 1985 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Amadeus by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Amadeus is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 101 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Amadeus.

The history of the first name Amadeus

The name Amadeus has its origins in the Latin language. It is a masculine name derived from the Latin words "amare" meaning "to love" and "deus" meaning "God". The name can be translated to mean "lover of God" or "one who loves God".

Amadeus was a relatively popular name during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods in Europe, particularly in Italy, Germany, and other regions influenced by Latin culture. It was often given to boys born into religious or scholarly families, reflecting the reverence for divine love and knowledge.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Amadeus can be found in the 7th century, referring to Amadeus, Bishop of Clermont in Auvergne, France. Another notable early figure was Amadeus VIII, Count of Savoy, who lived from 1383 to 1451 and was also known as Antipope Felix V during the Western Schism.

The name gained particular prominence in the 18th century with the birth of the renowned composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). Mozart's middle name, Amadeus, was a tribute to his godparents and reflected the cultural significance of the name during that era.

Other notable historical figures with the name Amadeus include Amadeus VI, Count of Savoy (1334-1383), who played a crucial role in the Hundred Years' War, and Amadeus IX, Duke of Savoy (1435-1472), who was also known as the Blessed Amadeus and is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.

In the 19th century, the name was immortalized in the play "Amadeus" by Peter Shaffer, which dramatized the lives of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his rival Antonio Salieri. The play was later adapted into an Academy Award-winning film in 1984, further cementing the name's association with musical genius and artistic brilliance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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