Ambrose: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AM-brohz · 2 syllables
Ambrose means “immortal”, from Greek.
From Latin saints' name Ambrosius, from Ancient Greek (ambrosios, “immortal, divine”). Compare Athanasius.
- Meaning
- immortal
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- AM-brohz
- US rank (2025)
- #735
- US babies a year
- about 366 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1880
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Ambrose?
Ambrose was the #735 name in the US in 2025, given to 363 babies. It’s rising: up 340% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1880.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #735 |
| Australia | #600 |
How old are people named Ambrose?
Half of US adults named Ambrose are older than 51; most are between 20 and 87. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Ambrose
What does the name Ambrose mean?
Ambrose means “immortal”. It comes from Greek.
How do you pronounce Ambrose?
Ambrose is pronounced AM-brohz.
How popular is the name Ambrose?
Ambrose was the #735 name in the US in 2025, given to 363 babies. It’s rising: up 340% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1880.
How old are people named Ambrose?
Half of US adults named Ambrose are older than 51. Most are between 20 and 87.