Amen
Primarily a boy's name of Hebrew origin with 1,186 recorded births. Also given to 864 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Jesus, Son of God, as the authority.
Amen is a boy's and girl's baby name with roots in both Hebrew and Egyptian tradition. In Hebrew and Christian liturgical use, it derives from the root amen meaning 'so be it' or 'truly,' expressing affirmation and faith.
As a given name, Amen carries profound spiritual weight, chosen by parents seeking a name that doubles as a declaration of belief.
EtymologyShow more
Amen is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.
In the U.S., Amen has been recorded as a boy's name since 1975, with 1,186 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Amen climbed 1610 spots in the last 20 years — from #3740 to #2130.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 346 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 568 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 158 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 74 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 23 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 17 | — |
The Story of Amen
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2019, Amen is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Amen are most likely born between 2009 and 2024.
How rare is Amen?
Only about 1 in every 52,174 babies born in 2024 was named Amen — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1975, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 568 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Amen by the numbers
- Would fill 25 school buses
- Meeting one Amen per day would take 3.2 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(41 years, 1975–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 69 | #2130 |
| 2023 | 77 | #1985 |
| 2022 | 58 | #2409 |
| 2021 | 77 | #1942 |
| 2020 | 65 | #2139 |
| 2019 | 79 | #1888 |
| 2018 | 68 | #2083 |
| 2017 | 76 | #1897 |
| 2016 | 72 | #1994 |
| 2015 | 78 | #1871 |
| 2014 | 45 | #2665 |
| 2013 | 47 | #2565 |
| 2012 | 35 | #3181 |
| 2011 | 34 | #3237 |
| 2010 | 34 | #3241 |
| 2009 | 28 | #3724 |
| 2008 | 15 | #5777 |
| 2007 | 15 | #5668 |
| 2006 | 15 | #5535 |
| 2005 | 21 | #4200 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Amen as a Girl's Name
Amen is a true unisex name. As a girl's name, it has 864 recorded births since 1998.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1975–2024