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Amadeus

♂ Boy

Pronounced am-ah-DAY-us /æm.əˈdeɪ.əs/Low

Meaning: Love of God, one who loves GodLow

In 30 seconds: Amadeus is the magnificent Latin name meaning love of God, from amor (love) and Deus (God). Forever associated with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, it has an operatic grandeur that makes it one of the most dramatic names in Western culture.
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Origin LowLatin
MeaningLove of God, one who loves God
U.S. rank (2024)#1277 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births153 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,615

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419852024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Amadeus is the Latin compound of amor (love) and Deus (God), meaning love of God or one who loves God. As a name it was used in Christian Europe from the medieval period, most famously as the middle name of Mozart.

Amadeus is rare but growing as a bold, maximalist name choice. Parents drawn to operatic grandeur and the Mozart connection appreciate its four syllables and profound meaning.

Did you know? Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) received the name Amadeus at his baptism. The 1984 film Amadeus brought the name to worldwide attention, depicting Mozart's genius through the envious eyes of Salieri. Amadeus has meant both Mozart and genius ever since.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Amadeus

Variations

AmadéAmédéeAmadeoAmadou

Nicknames

AmaDeusAde

Famous Bearers

  • ★Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
    Austrian composer widely regarded as one of the greatest musical geniuses in history

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Frequently Asked

What does Amadeus mean?

Amadeus means love of God from Latin amor (love) and Deus (God).

Who was Amadeus?

Amadeus was the middle name of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the greatest musical genius in history. The 1984 film Amadeus brought the name worldwide fame.

How do you pronounce Amadeus?

Amadeus is pronounced am-ah-DAY-us with four syllables.

What are nicknames for Amadeus?

Nicknames for Amadeus include Ama, Deus, and Ade.