Amador

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Amador Pronunciation

Amador is pronounced ah-mah-DOR /ˌɑ.mɑˈdɔr/Medium

Meaning: From Latin Amator/amare, 'lover, one who loves' — a saint's name and Spanish surnameMedium

In 30 seconds: Made for love: Amador is Spanish/Latin for 'lover, one who loves'. Warm, romantic, and devout (St Amator).

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Origin MediumLatin, Spanish

MeaningFrom Latin Amator/amare, 'lover, one who loves' — a saint's name and Spanish surname

U.S. rank (2024)#4418 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1992

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,348

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Amador comes from Latin Amator, 'lover, one who loves' (from amare, 'to love') — borne by St Amator. A warm, romantic name and surname across Spain and Latin America.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, lover at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Amador comes from Latin amare, 'to love' — 'one who loves' (St Amator was an early bishop); a warm, romantic name across the Spanish-speaking world.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Amador — etymology

Variations

AmadeoAmado

Nicknames

Ama

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Amador?

Amador is pronounced ah-mah-DOR (/ˌɑ.mɑˈdɔr/). Press play above to hear Amador said aloud.

How do you say Amador?

Amador is said ah-mah-DOR (/ˌɑ.mɑˈdɔr/). Press play above to hear Amador said aloud.

What does the name Amador mean?

Amador is Latin/Spanish for 'lover, one who loves'.

Is Amador a boy or girl name?

Amador is a boy's name.

How popular is Amador?

Amador is a rare name in the U.S.