Boy name
Amos name meaning
“burden; bearer of a burden”
Amos means “burden” or “bearer of a burden.” It comes from the Hebrew name Amos, associated with a Hebrew root concerning carrying a load. Used for boys in Türkiye, the name has a historical literary association with the prophet Amos and the biblical book bearing his name.
What does Amos mean?
Burden; bearer of a burden
In Turkish: yük; yük taşıyan
Amos is the name of the biblical prophet associated with the book bearing his name. This scriptural connection is often more prominent than its literal meaning. Amos is also the form encountered in Turkish references; the similar-looking biblical name Amoz is distinct and should not be treated as an interchangeable spelling.
Origin of the name Amos
Amos comes from Hebrew Amos and is connected with a Hebrew root meaning 'to carry a load'. Traditional interpretations centre on 'burden' or 'burden-bearer'.
How to pronounce Amos
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /amos/ |
Is Amos a boy’s name?
Yes, Amos is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Amos does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Amos
- Aras♂The name of the Aras River
- Amir♂One who commands
- Amed♂The Kurdish name of Diyarbakır
- Amar♂One who builds and makes places flourish
- Agop♂Armenian form of Jacob
- Amil♂Worker, doer
- Adis♂
- Adoş♂
- Alis♂Noble, of noble lineage
- Almas♂Diamond, a precious hard gemstone
- Alok♂Light, illumination
- Amaç♂İntended goal, purpose
FAQ about the name Amos
What is the meaning of Amos?
Amos means “burden; bearer of a burden”. Amos comes from Hebrew Amos and is connected with a Hebrew root meaning 'to carry a load'. Traditional interpretations centre on 'burden' or 'burden-bearer'.
Is Amos a boy’s name?
Yes, Amos is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Amos in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Amos nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Amos?
Amos is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Amos have?
Amos has 2 syllables and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Amos?
Amos does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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