Journey vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Journey

Boy #1,832 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"a day's travel, expedition"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Journey Rank #1,832

Ames Rank #2,018

Journey is more popular, ranked #1832 vs #2018 for Ames.

Is Journey or Ames more popular?

Journey is more popular, ranked #1832 compared to Ames at #2018 in the United States.

What do Journey and Ames mean?

Journey means "a day's travel, expedition" (Old French origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Journey and Ames boy or girl names?

Journey is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.