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Ames vs Keyon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keyon

Boy #2,025 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious (via Eoin/John)"

Origin: Irish via American

Cultural Roots

American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,025
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ames Rank #2,018
Keyon Rank #2,025

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2025 for Keyon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ames or Keyon more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Keyon at #2025 in the United States.

What do Ames and Keyon mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Keyon means "God is gracious (via Eoin/John)" (Irish via American origin).

Are Ames and Keyon boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Keyon is primarily a boy name.

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