Ames
Ames is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Friend.
Origin and history
Ames is a surname-derived given name of Old French origin, related to the word for friend (ami). Historically used as a surname or rare masculine name, it has seen a quiet rise in modern U.S. name choices. Its short, distinct sound gives it a contemporary yet traditional feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,855 babies in the United States have been named Ames since 1880. It ranks #2979 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1424.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.4 %)
- TX (21.7 %)
- MN (13.7 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- NC (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 54 |
| 1920-1930 | 72 |
| 1930-1940 | 80 |
| 1940-1950 | 62 |
| 1950-1960 | 102 |
| 1960-1970 | 98 |
| 1970-1980 | 110 |
| 1980-1990 | 173 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 54 |
| 2010-2019 | 526 |
| 2020-2029 | 513 |
Famous people named Ames
- Ames Williams: Author, Writer
Fun facts
- Ames was originally an English surname derived from the Old French word 'ami', meaning friend.
- It is also well known as the name of a prominent city in Iowa, named after Congressman Oakes Ames.