Amedeo
Amedeo is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Love of God, or lover of God.
Origin and history
Amedeo is an Italian name derived from the Late Latin name Amadeus, meaning 'love of God' or 'loving God'. Historically borne by Italian royalty, particularly from the House of Savoy, it remains rare in the United States. It serves as a distinct, traditional choice with classical roots for parents looking for an Italian heritage name.
Popularity in the United States
667 babies in the United States have been named Amedeo since 1880. It ranks #4009 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1892.
States where it is most popular
- NY (87.3 %)
- PA (12.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 144 |
| 1920-1930 | 158 |
| 1930-1940 | 73 |
| 1940-1950 | 49 |
| 1950-1960 | 32 |
| 1960-1970 | 46 |
| 1970-1980 | 23 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 28 |
| 2000-2010 | 27 |
| 2010-2019 | 42 |
| 2020-2029 | 35 |
Famous people named Amedeo
- Amedeo Modigliani: painter, sculptor
- Amedeo Avogadro: physicist, chemist
Fun facts
- Amedeo was a traditional name among the princes and dukes of the Italian House of Savoy.
- It developed as an Italian translation of the Late Latin name Amadeus.