Ames vs Theophilus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ames

Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,216 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"friend of God, beloved by God"

Origin: Greek

Greek English Ethiopian Christian

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Ames Rank #2,018

Theophilus Rank #2,216

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2216 for Theophilus.

Is Ames or Theophilus more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Theophilus at #2216 in the United States.

What do Ames and Theophilus mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Theophilus means "friend of God, beloved by God" (Greek origin).

Are Ames and Theophilus boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Theophilus is primarily a boy name.