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Ambrose

Boy · Greek · Medium name

Meaning
Immortal, divine
Pronunciation
AM-brohz
Origin
Greek

From Greek 'ambrosios' meaning immortal or divine.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

VintageClassicBiblical

Languages in use: Greek, Latin, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom, Greece

Alternate spellings

  • AmbrosGerman

    German form without the final e.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Saint Ambrose

    c. 340–397

    Bishop of Milan and one of the four original Doctors of the Church.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Greek Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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