Gene vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

American English French

15 High Risk

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

✓ All Clear

Gene Rank #1,910

Ames Rank #2,018

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 vs #2018 for Ames.

Is Gene or Ames more popular?

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 compared to Ames at #2018 in the United States.

What do Gene and Ames mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Gene and Ames boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.