American teacher, writer, philosopher, and reformer (1799-1888)
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American teacher, writer, philosopher, and reformer (1799-1888)
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African
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Amos Bronson Alcott is American teacher, writer, philosopher, and reformer (1799-1888).
The name Amos means "male given name (עמוס)". It is of African origin.
Name Meaning
male given name (עמוס)
The name Amos is of African origin, meaning "male given name (עמוס)". It is traditionally a male name.
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