Ames vs Klay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ames

Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,112 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"clay, mortal man"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Ames Rank #2,018

Klay Rank #2,112

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2112 for Klay.

Is Ames or Klay more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Klay at #2112 in the United States.

What do Ames and Klay mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Klay means "clay, mortal man" (Old English origin).

Are Ames and Klay boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Klay is primarily a boy name.