Ames vs Quest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ames

Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,120 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"search, journey, adventure"

Origin: Latin via Old French

American

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Ames Rank #2,018

Quest Rank #2,120

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2120 for Quest.

Is Ames or Quest more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Quest at #2120 in the United States.

What do Ames and Quest mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Quest means "search, journey, adventure" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Ames and Quest boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Quest is primarily a boy name.