Boy · 1006th of 23,106
Ambrose
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
10,541
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2021
Peak Popularity Year
411
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ambrose stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Ambrose has its origins in Latin, derived from 'Ambrosius', which itself comes from Greek, meaning 'divine' or 'immortal'. It has evolved through various languages over centuries. The name is associated with saintly traits and has biblical relevance through Saint Ambrose. While it is considered a classic name, it is not widely used today, and it carries connotations of wisdom and spirituality.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈæm.broʊz/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Ambrose is derived from the Latin name 'Ambrosius', which comes from the Greek word 'ambrosios', meaning 'divine' or 'immortal'.
Meaning
divine, immortal
Language Evolution
Ambrosius (Latin), Ambrose (Old French), Ambrose (Middle English), Ambrose (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in early Christian contexts due to Saint Ambrose, a 4th-century bishop of Milan, who was one of the most influential ecclesiastical figures of his time.
Variants & Derivatives
Ambrosius, Ambros, Amby, Brose
Modern Popularity & Image
Ambrose is viewed as a classic and somewhat aristocratic name, associated with wisdom and spirituality, but it remains relatively uncommon in modern usage.
Famous People
Saint Ambrose of Milan, Ambrose Bierce (American author), Ambrose Burnside (American Civil War general)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 411 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 41 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 433rd of 7545 | 3,007 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 711th of 6773 | 1,400 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1067th of 7552 | 944 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1521st of 10718 | 524 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1961st of 16616 | 568 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2371st of 24088 | 771 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1006th of 23106 | 2,529 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17425th of 30306 | 38 |