Unisex Name
Ahmose
ˈɑ.moʊs
Overview
Gender
masculine & feminine
Origin
Categories
birth
history
isograms
moon
pharaohs
theophoric names
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
37/100
classic120%
mature100%
upper class80%
urban80%
strong65%
strange100%
serious100%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Ahmose originates from Ancient Egyptian, specifically from the phrase 'jꜥḥ-ms', which translates to 'born of Iah'. Iah is the name of an Egyptian lunar deity, and 'msj' means 'to be born'. Thus, Ahmose can be interpreted as 'The Moon is born' or 'Child of the Moon'. This name was particularly popular during the early 18th dynasty of Ancient Egypt.
Etymology
Original Form:
jꜥḥ-ms
Evolution:
The name evolved from its original form to become a common given name among Egyptian royalty and nobility, symbolizing divine birth and lunar connections.
Source:
Ancient Egyptian language and mythology