Jacques vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacques

Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

French Belgian Canadian Swiss

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

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Jacques Rank #2,375

Ames Rank #2,018

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Jacques or Ames more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jacques and Ames mean?

Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Jacques and Ames boy or girl names?

Jacques is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.