Boy Name · Egyptian Origin
Amon
Amon is a boy baby name of Egyptian origin, meaning "Hidden one". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Amon often also consider Ammon.
Amon meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Hidden one
Origin: Egyptian naming roots help connect Amon to related Egyptian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Amon as A·M·O·N, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Amon is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Amon variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Amona, Amone, Amony.
- Nicknames: Amon works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Amon with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Amon middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ammon, Amin, Amani, Amina, Annamae — full picks on the sibling names for Amon guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Amon? Browse our names like Amon guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Amon
What does the name Amon mean?
Amon means "Hidden one" and is of Egyptian origin.
What is the origin of Amon?
Amon originates in Egyptian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Amon?
Amon has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Amon a boy's or girl's name?
Amon is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Amon in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Amon sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Amon?
Names that share Amon's sound and style include Ammon, Amin, Amani, Amina, Annamae.
What middle names pair well with Amon?
Good middle-name fits for Amon pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Amon is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Amon is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Amon?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Amon share its rhythm without rhyming — Ammon, Amin, Amani all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.