Amedeo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Amedeo is an Italian name derived from the Germanic 'Amadeus', meaning 'lover of God'. It evolved through historical forms such as Amadeus and retains a noble connotation. The name is associated with art and culture, has no biblical relevance, gained popularity in the Middle Ages, and is currently viewed as elegant and sophisticated.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amedeo"
Pronunciation
/aˈmeːdeo/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Amedeo derives from the Germanic name 'Amadeus', which means 'lover of God'. It is composed of the elements 'ama', meaning 'love', and 'Deus', meaning 'God'.
Meaning
lover of God
Language Evolution
Amadeus, Amedeo
Historical Usage
Amedeo gained popularity in Italy, particularly during the Middle Ages, and has remained a respected name associated with nobility and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Amadeus, Amedea
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Amedeo is seen as a classic and elegant name, often associated with art and sophistication, reflecting its historical roots.
Famous People
Amedeo Modigliani, an Italian painter and sculptor, Amedeo Avogadro, an Italian scientist known for Avogadro's law
📊 Amedeo Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Amedeo Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 1917
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Amedeo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Amedeo"
"Amedeo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1885th of 7545 | 276 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2687th of 6773 | 148 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4212th of 7552 | 60 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5827th of 10718 | 46 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11418th of 16616 | 22 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13297th of 24088 | 44 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10247th of 23106 | 71 |
Regional Popularity of "Amedeo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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47.21% 651st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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58.16% 905th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Amedeo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Amedeo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amedeo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Amedeo" in the United States
The name Amedeo is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Amedeo has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Amedeo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1885th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2687th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4212th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5827th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11418th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13297th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10247th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Amedeo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.