what does amos mean

Amos is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, traditionally understood to mean "borne" or "carried"—often rendered as "carried by God" or simply "burden". It comes from a Hebrew root meaning "to carry" and is best known from the Hebrew Bible as the name of one of the Twelve Minor Prophets, a farmer-turned-prophet whose message emphasized social justice and moral responsibility. In English the name is usually pronounced "AY-məs" and is seen as a short, strong biblical name with an earthy, timeless feel; occasional nicknames include Amo or Ames.