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Hiro vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hiro

Boy #2,121 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous, tolerant"

Origin: Japanese kanji 寛

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Japanese-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,121
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiro Rank #2,121
Ames Rank #2,018

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2121 for Hiro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiro or Ames more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Hiro at #2121 in the United States.

What do Hiro and Ames mean?

Hiro means "generous, tolerant" (Japanese kanji 寛 origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Hiro and Ames boy or girl names?

Hiro is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.

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