Ames vs Ruger

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ames

Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,027 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous spear (from Hrodgar)"

Origin: Old High German

American

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Ames Rank #2,018

Ruger Rank #2,027

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2027 for Ruger.

Is Ames or Ruger more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Ruger at #2027 in the United States.

What do Ames and Ruger mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Ruger means "famous spear (from Hrodgar)" (Old High German origin).

Are Ames and Ruger boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Ruger is primarily a boy name.