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Amasa

Gender: Masculine
Language: English
Etymology:
Amasa comes from a Hebrew name meaning “Sparing the People.”

History:
Amasa, a Biblical name, was revived by 17th century English Puritans.

Pronunciation: ah-mass-ah.


Famous Bearers:
Political Figures:
Amasa Walker (1799-1875)
American politician.

Religious Figures:
Amasa (Biblical)
A commander under King David.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.004 % named Amasa

Popularity of Amasa:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A

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