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Amado

ah-MAH-doh

Amado is a boy’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Amado means 'loved' in Spanish and Portuguese. It is derived from the Latin word 'amatus,' the past participle of 'amare' (to love).”. It currently ranks #1245 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginSpanish

What Amado Means

Amado means 'loved' in Spanish and Portuguese. It is derived from the Latin word 'amatus,' the past participle of 'amare' (to love).

The Story of Amado

This name is a direct translation of the most powerful force in the universe: love itself.

Amado is a name that flows from the Latin 'amatus,' the past participle of 'amare,' meaning 'to love.' It is most vibrantly expressed in Spanish and Portuguese speaking cultures, where it has been a cherished name for centuries. Think of it as a warm embrace, carried across continents and oceans through poetry, song, and heartfelt declarations.

When you say 'Amado,' the sound itself feels like affection. It is a name so directly tied to love that it seems to radiate warmth. Imagine whispering 'Amado' to your son, feeling the weight of that tender meaning settle over him. Writing it on a birth announcement feels like sealing it with a kiss, a pure expression of your adoration.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Amado Nervo

    Mexican poet and diplomat, Modernist literary figure.

  • Amado Carrillo Fuentes

    Mexican drug lord, leader of Juarez Cartel.

Personality Traits

lovingcharmingartisticsensitive

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#173 in 2023

Total Births

4,593

First Recorded

1883

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