Ambrose
Ambrose is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Immortal or divine.
Origin and history
Ambrose is a classical name derived from the Greek word for immortal. Historically prominent due to Saint Ambrose in the 4th century, the name enjoyed steady traditional use in the early 20th century. It has recently experienced a mild vintage revival in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
10,868 babies in the United States have been named Ambrose since 1880. It ranks #1144 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #714.
States where it is most popular
- PA (10.9 %)
- NY (9 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- MN (6.8 %)
- TX (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 344 |
| 1890-1900 | 369 |
| 1900-1910 | 324 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,401 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,556 |
| 1930-1940 | 782 |
| 1940-1950 | 606 |
| 1950-1960 | 494 |
| 1960-1970 | 400 |
| 1970-1980 | 323 |
| 1980-1990 | 360 |
| 1990-2000 | 337 |
| 2000-2010 | 487 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,010 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,075 |
Famous people named Ambrose
- Ambrose Bierce: Author, Journalist
- Ambrose Burnside: General, Politician
Nicknames
Amby, Brose
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Greek word 'ambrotos', which was related to 'ambrosia', the food of the gods that conferred immortality.
- Saint Ambrose is the patron saint of beekeepers, honey makers, and learning, legendarily associated with a swarm of bees touching his face as an infant.