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Ames vs Koby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koby

Boy #2,066 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,066
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ames Rank #2,018
Koby Rank #2,066

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2066 for Koby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ames or Koby more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Koby at #2066 in the United States.

What do Ames and Koby mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ames and Koby boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Koby is primarily a boy name.

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