"love"
Origin: Latin
Language: Spanish
Amor
Pronunciation: [ AM-er ]
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The Story of Amor
Amor is the Latin word for love, personified in Roman mythology as the god of love (equivalent to the Greek Eros and son of Venus). The word traces to a Proto-Indo-European root for desire and longing. As a given name, Amor has been used in Romance-language cultures for centuries, particularly where the language of love is literally woven into the language itself.
Amor is gaining traction in English-speaking countries as parents seek short, powerful word names. Its universal recognition across Romance languages and its clear, unambiguous meaning make it appealing to multicultural families.
In Latin cultures, naming a child Amor is an act of poetic declaration — the child becomes the embodiment of love itself. The word is woven through centuries of Spanish and Portuguese poetry, from medieval troubadours to Pablo Neruda.
Historical Record
Amor first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 2,131 babies have been named Amor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Amor is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,437 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Amor is the Roman god of love, son of Venus and Mars, equivalent to the Greek Eros
- Pablo Neruda's famous collection 100 Love Sonnets (Cien sonetos de amor) uses the word amor on nearly every page
Amor in Other Languages
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Amour
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Amore
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Amor
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Popularity Over Time
#1,437
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,437
- Total SSA Count
- 154
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Italian Romanian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Ami
Mora
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amor
What does the name Amor mean?
"love" (from Latin). "love, affection" (from Latin). Amor is the Latin word for love, personified in Roman mythology as the god of love (equivalent to the Greek Eros and son of Venus). The word traces to a Proto-Indo-European root for desire and longing. As a given name, Amor has been used in Romance-language cultures for centuries, particularly where the language of love is literally woven into the language itself.
What is the origin of the name Amor?
Amor has Latin, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Romanian origins. In Latin, it means "love". In Latin, it means "love, affection".
Is Amor a boy or girl name?
Amor is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1437. As a boy name, it is ranked #2065. Amor is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Amor?
Amor is pronounced AM-er.
How popular is the name Amor?
Amor is currently ranked #1437 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amor?
Common nicknames for Amor include Ami and Mora.
What are good middle names for Amor?
Popular middle name pairings include Amor Rose, Amor Celeste, Amor Violet, Amor Grace, Amor Luna, Amor Belle, and Amor Soleil.
What are good sibling names for Amor?
Names that pair well with Amor as siblings include Paz, Lux, Felix, Vita, Iris, Sage, and Sol.
How many syllables does Amor have?
Amor has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Amor a common or rare name?
Amor is an uncommon name, ranked #1437 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Amor
Amor is a girl name with Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Romanian origins . The name means "love" in Latin .
Is Amor a boy or girl name? Amor is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,437 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #2,065. Amor is more commonly used as a girl name.
Amor is currently ranked #1,437 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Amor has 2 syllables and is pronounced AM-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Amor include Ami and Mora. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Amor include Amora, Amoura, Amorah, Amour, Amore . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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