Ames vs Jacques

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ames

Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

French Belgian Canadian Swiss

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Ames Rank #2,018

Jacques Rank #2,375

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Ames or Jacques more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Ames and Jacques mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Ames and Jacques boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Jacques is primarily a boy name.