Melvin vs Amos

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Melvin Rank #876

Amos Rank #699

Amos is more popular, ranked #699 vs #876 for Melvin.

Is Melvin or Amos more popular?

Amos is more popular, ranked #699 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Melvin and Amos mean?

Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Melvin and Amos boy or girl names?

Melvin is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.