Amadeus is a moniker of German origin, derived from the medieval Latin 'Amadevs', which itself evolved from the Germanic elements 'Ama' meaning love, and 'Deot' meaning people. This name gained significant popularity in the 18th century due to its association with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the renowned Austrian composer. The name Amadeus has a melodic ring to it, evoking imagery of musical genius and artistic prowess.
The name Amadeus has seen a consistent increase in popularity over the years, with a significant surge starting from around 2015.