Amon-Ra St. Brown: Name origin and meaning

Billy Heyen

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What Amon-Ra St. Brown's name means and where it comes from image

TL;DR

  • Amon-Ra St. Brown's name comes from an Egyptian sun god, reflecting his father's belief in powerful names.
  • His brothers, Equanimeous and Osiris, also have names of Egyptian deities, highlighting the family's unique naming tradition.
  • The "St." in their last name was added later, not being an original part of the family's surname.
  • Amon-Ra Julian Heru John St. Brown's full name includes Heru, the Egyptian sky god.

It's safe to say there has never been another Amon-Ra in the NFL.

We often overlook the significance of star names, as they're frequently used, making them seem ordinary. However, the truth is that Detroit Lions superstar wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown possesses a rather distinctive name.

Equanimeous and Osiris are also the names of his brothers. When it comes to elite football talent, they're all unique.

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What is the meaning of Amon-Ra St. Brown's name, and what is its origin?

Amon-Ra is an Egyptian god.

The ancient Egyptians worshipped numerous deities, including Equanimeous and Osiris, who were siblings of Amon-Ra St. Brown.

Amon-Ra was the Egyptian sun god.

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The Lions WR's full name is actually Amon-Ra Julian Heru John St. Brown. Heru is the Egyptian sky god.

The "St." Part of their last name was added and wasn't originally in this family's last name.

Amon-Ra has said that his dad believes in the power of names, and so he gave his sons names that wield great strength and power.

It has certainly worked out just fine for Amon-Ra St. Brown.

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