Amon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Amon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'faithful' or 'loyal'. It has evolved through various languages and cultures, including Egyptian mythology. Amon is associated with traits of loyalty and faithfulness, and it has biblical relevance as a king of Judah. The name has a rich historical background and remains a distinctive choice in modern naming.
The name Amon is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Amon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Amon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1434th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1975th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2700th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2291st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2942nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2463rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2642nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Amon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Amon"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪmən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Amon is derived from the Hebrew word 'Amon', which means 'faithful' or 'loyal'. In ancient Egyptian mythology, Amon was a major deity associated with the sun and air.
Meaning
faithful, loyal
Language Evolution
Amon (Hebrew), Amun (Egyptian), Amon (Latin), Amon (English)
Biblical Background
Amon is mentioned in the Bible as the name of a king of Judah, noted for his idolatry and short reign.
Historical Usage
The name Amon gained popularity in various cultures due to its biblical roots and associations with ancient deities. It has been used in different forms throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Amun, Amen, Amon-Ra
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Amon is seen as a unique name with historical and cultural significance, appreciated for its strong phonetic structure.
Famous People
Amon Goeth (historical figure), Amon Amarth (band), Amon Tobin (musician)
📊 Amon Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 71 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 15 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
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 "Amon"
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 "Amon"
"Amon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1434th of 7545 | 413 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1975th of 6773 | 253 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2700th of 7552 | 176 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2291st of 10718 | 277 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2942nd of 16616 | 319 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2463rd of 24088 | 730 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2642nd of 23106 | 584 |
Regional Popularity of "Amon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
56.42% 1335th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
49.95% 2020th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
62.19% 3230th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.58% 2730th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
33.27% 2433rd/7313 |
49.69% 3708th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
75.30% 3000th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
37.76% 2576th/6822 |
62.16% 3901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Amon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Amon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Amon" 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.