Ames
a-mes
US Popularity:4260
Origin:French
Meaning:Friend; Amicable
Ames is a gender-neutral French and Old English name of Latin origin. Meaning “friend” or “amicable,” this could be the perfect title to give to your new arrival who may soon become your best friend. From home to the playground, baby Ames can take his amicable disposition wherever he goes, finding companions at every turn throughout life. Deriving from the Latin word amicus, which bears the same meaning, this simple title can be traced back through millennia.
How Popular Is The Name Ames?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ames is currently #4532 on The Bump
Boy:Ames is currently #2546 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ames is currently #4260 in U.S. births
Boy:Ames is currently #2007 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#2007
in 2024
- 259
from 2023
Sources
Ancestry, Ames Family History
Behind the Name, Ames, May 2009
Behind the Name, Amys, April 2018
Behind the Name, Amis, November 2019
Behind the Name, Amice, July 2009
WordSense Dictionary, Amice
Learn how we keep our content accurate and up-to-date by reading ourmedical review and editorial process.
Was this page helpful?
Yes
No
Search Baby Boy Names
Search by:
Article saved.Go to My Saved Articles
Article removed.
Name added. View Your List


























