Amador
2025 SSA
About Amador
Amador is a masculine name of Spanish and Portuguese origin meaning 'lover' or 'one who loves.' Derived from the Latin 'amator,' it carries strong romantic and passionate connotations. The name has historical significance in several Spanish-speaking regions, including being the name of counties in California and New Mexico. Amador has a dignified, melodious quality with its balanced syllables and strong ending. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it maintains consistent use in Hispanic communities. The name projects warmth, devotion, and emotional depth, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with clear positive meaning and distinctive cultural roots.
Pronounced ah-mah-DOR.
As of October 2026, Amador ranked #4254 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1025 in 1908.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,395 | 22 | 11.5 |
| 2015 | #3,780 | 28 | 14.6 |
| 2016 | #3,995 | 26 | 13.7 |
| 2017 | #4,473 | 22 | 11.9 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,113 | 25 | 13.9 |
| 2020 | #4,859 | 19 | 11 |
| 2021 | #4,015 | 26 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,888 | 20 | 11.7 |
| 2024 | #4,418 | 23 | 13.3 |
| 2025 | #4,254 | 24 | 14.1 |