Enos
Enos is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Mortal, human being, or mankind.
Origin and history
Enos is a biblical name derived from Hebrew meaning human or mortal. It has a long history of usage in English-speaking countries, traditionally appearing in religious or rural communities. In the United States, it remains a rare but historic choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,991 babies in the United States have been named Enos since 1880. It ranks #2002 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1719.
States where it is most popular
- PA (51.7 %)
- OH (16 %)
- IN (12.4 %)
- NY (5.5 %)
- LA (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 162 |
| 1890-1900 | 110 |
| 1900-1910 | 105 |
| 1910-1920 | 381 |
| 1920-1930 | 499 |
| 1930-1940 | 318 |
| 1940-1950 | 303 |
| 1950-1960 | 294 |
| 1960-1970 | 198 |
| 1970-1980 | 238 |
| 1980-1990 | 258 |
| 1990-2000 | 289 |
| 2000-2010 | 287 |
| 2010-2019 | 341 |
| 2020-2029 | 208 |
Famous people named Enos
- Enos Slaughter: Baseball player
Fun facts
- In the Hebrew Bible, Enos is listed as the grandson of Adam and Eve through their son Seth.
- Enos was the name of a chimpanzee launched into orbit by the United States in 1961 as part of Project Mercury.