Rising since 1990, #1,634 for boys today.
Popularity of Amadeus since 1985
Babies named Amadeus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 70 |
| 1990s | 163 |
| 2000s | 326 |
| 2010s | 566 |
| 2020s | 595 |
Meaning & origin
Amadeus, meaning 'Love of God,' has a strong Latin origin and is most famously associated with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. In the United States, the name first appeared in 1985 and has been gradually rising in use since 1990, reaching its peak rank of 1634 in 2025, with about 1 in 16,583 boys given the name that year. It is most commonly found in Florida, Illinois, and California, reflecting its appeal in diverse, culturally aware communities. The name's steady increase suggests a growing appreciation for its classical and musical heritage.
Derived from Latin 'amare' (to love) and 'Deus' (God). The name was adopted as a given name in honor of Saint Amadeus, a 6th-century hermit, and later associated with the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. It has been used sporadically in German-speaking countries and gained some traction in the United States since the late 20th century.
Where Amadeus is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Amadeus” around the world
Where Amadeus lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amy, Ami, Deus, Madi, Ama
Sibling names for Amadeus
Names that share Amadeus's style, for a brother or sister.
