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Jamie vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jamie

Girl #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew Yaakov via James

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#717
Total SSA Count
391
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jamie Rank #717
Ames Rank #2,018

Jamie is more popular, ranked #717 vs #2018 for Ames.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jamie or Ames more popular?

Jamie is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Ames at #2018 in the United States.

What do Jamie and Ames mean?

Jamie means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew Yaakov via James origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Jamie and Ames boy or girl names?

Jamie is primarily a girl name. Ames is primarily a boy name.

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