Ruger vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ruger

Boy #2,027 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous spear (from Hrodgar)"

Origin: Old High German

American

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Ruger Rank #2,027

Ames Rank #2,018

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2027 for Ruger.

Is Ruger or Ames more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Ruger at #2027 in the United States.

What do Ruger and Ames mean?

Ruger means "famous spear (from Hrodgar)" (Old High German origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Ruger and Ames boy or girl names?

Ruger is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.