The name Americus is a female given name with American English pronunciation pronounced as uh-MER-i-kus (/əˈmɛr ɪ kəs/). It is a variation of the name America. The origin of the name Americus is derived from the Latin word "Americus," meaning "of America." As an association, this name carries a strong connection to patriotism and pride in one's country. Although it may not be as commonly used as other names, it has been steadily rising in popularity in recent years. In the United States of America, Americus ranked 8445th in occurrence in 2021, with 12 newborns given this name.
Americus Backers, known as the father of the English grand pianoforte style, revolutionized keyboard instruments in the mid-18th century by introducing the hammer striking action and developing it into the modern grand pianoforte. |